Masked Man Flees After Homeowner Spots Him Entering Backyard

DANVILLE, CA — A masked man tried to enter the backyard of a home in the 100 block of Lomitas Drive at 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, but was scared off when a resident saw him, the Danville Police Department said.

The man was seen getting into a dark sedan driven by a man, police said. The men were not located, though police said they tried to track them down via K-9, drone and helicopter.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Sgt. Ron Hoekwater at 925-314-3703 or rhoekwater@danville.ca.gov.

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