Man Arrested in Odessa Burglary, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Herman Enrique Perez charged with burglary, drug possession, and identity theft after alleged home invasion

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Odessa police arrested 29-year-old Herman Enrique Perez after a reported burglary in northwest Odessa. Perez faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including burglary of a habitation, possession of a controlled substance, fraudulent use of identifying information, criminal trespass, and failure to identify himself to officers.

Why it matters

Residential burglaries are a persistent problem in Odessa, with the city reporting higher than average property crime rates compared to the rest of Texas. This arrest highlights the work of local law enforcement to apprehend suspected repeat offenders and protect public safety in the community.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress on Palomar Drive on February 17th. The victim told police an unknown man had forced entry into their home, leading to a brief struggle before the suspect fled on foot. Police later located Perez hiding in a nearby backyard. In addition to the burglary charge, Perez was also found to be in possession of THC vape pens and personal documents belonging to other victims.

  • On February 17, 2026, officers responded around 5:15 p.m. to a report of a burglary in progress on Palomar Drive.
  • Perez was arrested and charged following the incident on February 17, 2026.

The players

Herman Enrique Perez

A 29-year-old man arrested and charged with burglary, drug possession, identity theft, and other offenses related to the reported home invasion.

Odessa Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported burglary, located the suspect, and charged him with multiple felonies and misdemeanors.

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What’s next

Perez will appear before a judge who will determine whether to grant him bail as the case proceeds through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the ongoing efforts by Odessa police to combat property crimes and protect residents, though broader challenges around repeat offenders and property crime rates in the city remain.