A burglar was caught on camera in downtown Bakersfield, breaking into a business and attempting to steal eyeglasses. The Bakersfield Police Department quickly responded to the call and shared footage of the incident on social media.
According to police, the burglary took place on March 28 around 11:30 p.m. Officers arrived at the scene and discovered the suspect still inside the building. Surveillance footage showed the suspect smashing items and attempting to disable a camera. Despite being ordered to leave, the suspect tried to flee but was apprehended shortly after by police.
A 23-year-old man was arrested for burglary and resisting arrest in connection with the incident. KGET 17 has up-to-date news, weather updates, sports coverage, and streaming video available online for viewers in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
