Four Suspects Arrested for Burglary Near Evacuated Homes in Pasadena

Four individuals were arrested early Thursday morning, January 9, 2025, on suspicion of attempting to burglarize properties near evacuated homes in Pasadena. The area had been evacuated due to active safety concerns, leaving residential properties temporarily vacant. Law enforcement officers patrolling the restricted zone noticed suspicious activity and confronted the suspects. After a brief investigation, officers arrested the four individuals and recovered tools commonly associated with burglaries. The Pasadena Police Department has kept security tight around evacuated neighborhoods to prevent looting and property damage. The suspects are currently in custody and face charges of burglary and trespassing in a disaster area. Police officials reiterated that they maintain a zero-tolerance policy for property crime, particularly in neighborhoods where residents have been displaced by emergencies.