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Detroit Home Invasion Caught On Camera: Do You Recognize This Suspect? [VIDEO]

DETROIT (WWJ) - Detroit police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who was caught on camera breaking into a home on the city's west side.

The incident happened around 8:35 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8 in the 18300 block of Fenton, in a neighborhood along Telegraph Road and Grand River Avenue.

Police say the suspect forced his way into the home through a side basement window. Once inside, police say the suspect ransacked a bedroom and stole several items. He then exited through the front door and fled in an unknown direction.

No one was home at the time of the incident.

The suspect is described as a black male with a dark complexion and low-cut afro. At the time, he was wearing a white t-shirt underneath a black jacket, blue jeans and black and white gym shoes. He was also carrying a backpack.

Anyone who recognizes the suspect or who has any other information is urged to contact police at 313-596-5840 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.

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