Crime & Safety
Novato Police Ask Public For Help Identifying Burglar
A home burglary last week prompted a shelter-in-place alert as multiple agencies searched for the man.
NOVATO, CA — Police are asking for the public's help in finding a suspect involved in a Novato home burglary on Thursday night.
At 7:17 p.m., officers responded to reports of a burglary in progress in the 200 block of Marin Valley Drive.
Officers said the homeowner said the suspect fled and ran towards a creek north of Bolling Drive.
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Police issued a shelter-in-place alert in the surrounding area as officers from multiple law enforcement agencies and a police helicopter from the California Highway Patrol searched the area.
Officers describe the suspect as a Hispanic man in this thirties wearing a baseball cap, none green shirt and brown pants. He allegedly was armed with a four to six-inch knife.
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Police were unable to find the suspect despite their search.
Residents are encouraged to check their surveillance cameras for any footage of the suspect.
Anyone with more information about the suspect are encouraged to contact the Novato Police Dispatch at 415-897-1122.
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