Crime & Safety
Man Fights Off Armed Assailant in Home Robbery Attempt
Struggle ensued when suspect told occupant to put his hands up, man reportedly wrestles gun away from the suspect.
A potential home robbery victim reportedly fought off an armed attacker Thursday night after the suspect entered the the garage of the home.
The incident happened just before 8:30 p.m. in the 100 block of East Bennett Avenue, according to Glendora Police.
Authorities were tight-lipped about confirming many details as this is an ongoing investigation and are continuing to work on some leads, said Lt. Rob Lamborghini of Glendora Police.
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According to scanner reports, once the suspect entered the garage, he produced a silver semi-automatic handgun and told the man to put his hands up. The man then allegedly scuffled with the suspect briefly and was able to wrestle the gun away. The suspect then reportedly fled westbound in the alley behind the location on Bennett.
The owner was reportedly also home at the time of the altercation. No injuries were reported.
Officers quickly arrived and set up a perimeter to locate the suspect and a helicopter arrived to aid in the search. Police were unable to locate the suspect.
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Police were unwilling to reveal the type of handgun used in the incident.
The suspect is described as a male Hispanic in his mid-20s, 5 feet 6 to 5 feet 7 inches, 180 pounds, wearing a black beanie, black sweater with white writing and black pants.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Glendora Police at (626) 914-8250.
