Early in the morning yesterday, the peace of a Pacifica neighborhood was disrupted when police responded to reports of an attempted break-in. Pacifica Police Department stated that officers were called to a scene in the 2000 block of Francisco Boulevard around 5:52 a.m. after a caller reported an attempted burglary. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Javier Majincruz of Pacifica, attempted to evade police by taking to the steep hillside behind the Eureka Square Shopping Center, leading to a prolonged pursuit.
With backup from the San Bruno and South San Francisco Police Departments, a perimeter was set up to contain Majincruz. The inclusion of crisis negotiators, K9 officers, and a drone team speaks to the escalating situation, which saw Majincruz, not only defy officers' commands but also arm himself with what were described as improvised weapons. According to the Pacifica Police Department, the natural terrain presented significant hurdles, complicating officers' attempts to close in on the suspect safely.
Following more than two hours of this standoff, Majincruz confronted officers brandishing the aforementioned improvised weapons. In response, law enforcement deployed less lethal options to subdue and apprehend Majincruz, who ultimately surrendered. Noteworthy for an arrest of this nature, Majincruz was taken into custody without further incident, which allowed officers to avoid escalating the level of force used.
After his arrest, Majincruz received a medical evaluation at a local hospital before heading to San Mateo County Jail. His charges include domestic battery, vandalism, brandishing a deadly weapon, threatening an officer, and obstructing a public officer. The Pacifica Police Department urges anyone with additional information about this incident to reach out by calling 650-738-7314 or sharing tips anonymously via the Silent Witness Tip Line at 650-359-4444 and reference case 24-1734.
