by Yucaipa, CA – A 53-year-old Yucaipa man was arrested this week for allegedly trying to break into a young girl’s bedroom, authorities said. The incident occurred late on Jan. 22, prompting a swift response from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
The suspect, Patrick Grady Alexander, is facing residential burglary charges and is being held on $100,000 bail at the Central Detention Center.
Incident Overview
Deputies responded to a home on the 13000 block of 2nd Street just before midnight after receiving a report of a possible intruder. According to investigators, the young victim told authorities she awoke to find Alexander reaching through her bedroom window and attempting to touch her leg. She ran to alert her parents.
Her father immediately ran outside and located Alexander hiding in the backyard. He detained the suspect until deputies arrived.
Timeline of Events
- Just before midnight, Jan. 22: Deputies respond to a Yucaipa home after a young girl reports an intruder.
- The victim explains she was awakened by Alexander reaching through her bedroom window.
- Her father confronts and detains Alexander in the backyard until law enforcement arrives.
- Deputies find a tool on Alexander that he allegedly used to open the window.
- Alexander is arrested and booked into the Central Detention Center on residential burglary charges with $100,000 bail.
Investigators said Alexander lives next door to the victim, suggesting he may have been familiar with the home layout.
Police Statement and Public Warning
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department cautioned that additional victims may exist and released Alexander’s photo to the public to aid the investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information or who believes they may have been victimized by Alexander to contact the SBSD Yucaipa Station at 909-918-2305.
“Detectives believe additional victims may exist and are releasing his photo,” authorities said.
Safety and Awareness Tips
Deputies reminded residents to:
- Secure windows and doors at all times, even when sleeping.
- Be vigilant of neighbors or individuals acting suspiciously near homes.
- Report any attempts at unauthorized entry immediately to law enforcement.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about safety measures and to remain aware of unusual activity in their neighborhoods.
Conclusion
Patrick Grady Alexander, 53, of Yucaipa, was arrested on Jan. 22 for allegedly attempting to break into a young girl’s bedroom. Deputies warn that there may be additional victims and are asking the public for information to assist in the ongoing investigation.
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