UCPD searches for suspect in on-campus burglary in Olympic Hall
By Gabrielle Gillette
Aug. 8, 2024 2:18 p.m.
UCPD is searching for an individual suspected of an on-campus hot prowl burglary Tuesday evening.
According to a crime alert sent Thursday, the victim heard the suspect enter his room at Olympic Hall at around 9:30 p.m., but the suspect left quickly. The victim then exited his room and saw the suspect walking away from the room, before realizing his car keys and wallet had been stolen, the alert said.
The victim was a UCLA student, according to the crime alert.
The suspect was reportedly a man in his 20s with curly brown or black hair and a thin mustache, according to the alert. He was of average build and about five feet, eight inches tall and wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants and black shoes, according to the crime alert.
No injuries or vehicles were reported as related to the incident.
This case is currently under investigation. Anyone with information can call UCPD at 310-825-1491.
