Prowler Peeking Into Windows, Sneaking Into Carlsbad Homes: Police

CARLSBAD, CA – Authorities released a sketch Wednesday of a suspicious man prowling around the north coastal area of Carlsbad.

The Carlsbad Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect. Police are holding a community meeting to discuss the prowler at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Carlsbad Senior Center located at 799 Pine Ave.

Police said the prowler has reportedly peeked into windows at three residences on Garfield and Jefferson streets over the last two weeks. In two of the cases, he went on to enter the homes through unlocked windows, fleeing when confronted by alarmed residents, Lt. Greg Koran said.

The Carlsbad Police Department is taking a multi-faceted approach to catching the prowler, including crime scene investigations, crime analysis and extra patrols, in addition to developing a composite sketch of the suspect.

"The community plays an important role in helping the police department solve these crimes," Koran said in a press release. "First, by helping the police department identify the suspect shown in the composite sketch. Next, by being the eyes and ears of your neighborhood, and reporting suspicious activity and crime, 24/7, when it is taking place. Finally, by securing doors and windows that might provide access."

Home security tips are available on the city's website.

The suspect was only described as a Hispanic or Caucasian man. No other details were available.

Anyone who can identify the suspect in the composite sketch is asked to call the Carlsbad Police Department at 760-931-2197.

Sketch via Carlsbad Police Department