January 9, 2024

GLENDALE, CA – On Sunday, January 7th, 2024, at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon, the Glendale Police Department responded to a commercial burglary in the 500 block of N. Glendale Avenue. Preliminary investigation indicates that at least five suspects entered the business. 

The suspects proceeded to smash glass cases and remove liquor from cabinets within the establishment. The criminal act resulted in the theft of approximately $2,000 worth of alcohol. The Glendale Police Department was not immediately notified, and a six-minute lapse occurred between the suspects' departure and the business reporting the incident to law enforcement.

Once notified, Glendale Patrol Officers promptly arrived on scene, quickly assessing the situation by reviewing in-store surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses. Surrounding police agencies were notified and provided with a description of the suspects and their vehicle.

Later that evening, law enforcement officers successfully located a vehicle believed to be associated with the suspects. Following a brief pursuit, two suspects were arrested and taken into custody by the Glendale Police Department.

Arrested were 18-year-old Sean Anthony Wooten of Los Angeles and a juvenile suspect. Both individuals are now facing charges of felony burglary. The Glendale Police Department thanks the Glendale community for their assistance and reminds residents to report suspicious activities promptly.

The Glendale Police Department encourages anyone with additional information about this incident to contact the Glendale Police Department Burglary Unit at 818-548-4840. To remain anonymous, call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org.