Chaos erupted in a Fremont neighborhood when a residential burglary turned into an attempted arson, ending with a suspect in custody thanks to the combined efforts of police technology and a K-9 unit. On Monday, Fremont Police Department officers responded to reports of a break-in on Fremont Boulevard, according to a social media post from the Fremont Police Department.
Patrol Highlight: Residential Burglary Suspect Captured with the Aid of UAV and Police K-9
— Fremont Police Department (@FremontPD) May 22, 2025
On May 19, 2025, at approximately 7:22 p.m., Fremont PD Officers responded to the report of a residential burglary in progress on the 38000 block of Fremont Boulevard. A witness observed a… pic.twitter.com/KaVoc5TJeh
A witness caught Michael Bullock, a 38-year-old Fremont resident, breaking into a home and promptly alerted authorities. As officers encircled the residence, a UAV, or drone, was deployed to gain an aerial view of the area. Suspense grew as officers, using a loudspeaker, repeatedly instructed Bullock to exit the building. There was silence at first, then a sudden dash as he fled toward the back of the property.
The police's UAV tracked Bullock, providing real-time updates during the chase. He eventually concealed himself in not-so-concealing tall grass and disregarded officers' pleas to surrender. As flames flickered from his attempts to ignite the grassy hideout, law enforcement decided to employ their K-9 unit.
The intersection of technology and trained police dogs proved to be an efficient tool in law enforcement's arsenal. Bullock was apprehended without further incident, the Fremont Police Department detailed. He faces charges including residential burglary, attempted arson, and resisting arrest. Bullock was also found wanted on a felony warrant for robbery and possession of drug paraphernalia, adding to the list of offenses as he awaits review from the Alameda County District Attorney's Office.
