Naked homeless man arrested on suspicion of burglary and meth
EL CAJON, California – A naked homeless man suspected of walking into a home According to authorities, a man was arrested in El Cajon who was under the influence of methamphetamine at home.
The incident happened Monday at the 1000 block of Redwood Ave, Lt. Keith MacArthur of the El Cajon Police Department (ECPD) in a press release on Tuesday.
According to police, a female victim awoke in her apartment to see a naked man then enter a room with sleeping children.
“The victim’s adult brother was able to force the suspect out of the apartment before police arrived. “The suspect was contacted by police in the parking lot,” MacArthur said.
Authorities confirmed, according to the ECPD, that the victims, who did not know the man, were not injured in the incident.
According to police, the suspect, 35-year-old Robert Young, was arrested on suspicion of breaking and entering and being under the influence of drugs. Young, who is homeless and residing in the area, was sent to jail.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the El Cajon Police Department at (619) 579-3311. Those with information who wish to remain anonymous can call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (888) 580-8477.
