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Another San Fernando Valley home broken into: LAPD
By Karla Rendon at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
A trio of trespassers broke into a San Fernando Valley home overnight while a resident was inside, the Los Angeles Police Department said.
The break-in was reported just after 1 a.m. Sunday at a home on the 4500 block of Dempsey Avenue. There, three masked individuals dressed in all black made...
Key takeaway The break-in was reported just after 1 a.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The break-in on Dempsey Avenue is the latest incident to raise concerns about home security in the San Fernando Valley. With a resident inside the house at the time of the incident, this brazen crime could have had serious consequences. The fact that the perpetrators remain at large will likely heighten anxiety among neighbors and residents in the surrounding area. As the Los Angeles Police Department works to determine if any property was stolen, community members will be looking for reassurance that steps are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The police investigation will be closely watched, particularly if it reveals any connections to other recent break-ins in the Valley. Residents may also be wondering what measures they can take to protect their own homes and families from similar threats.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A trio of trespassers broke into a San Fernando Valley home overnight while a resident was inside, the Los Angeles Police Department said.
The break-in was reported just after 1 a.m. Sunday at a home on the 4500 block of Dempsey Avenue. There, three masked individuals dressed in all black made...
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