A suspected burglar in southwest Houston tried an old-school approach to breaking into a home early Sunday and ended up needing a rescue instead. The person got stuck about halfway down the chimney, forcing firefighters to pull them out before Houston police took them into custody. Neighbors had reported someone on the roof, drawing officers to the scene. Police say the suspect never made it inside the house and was later taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
How Police Say It Unfolded
Houston police say officers were called to the home around 1 a.m. after a caller reported someone jumping on a roof. Investigators believe the individual was attempting a burglary and tried to get into the house through the chimney, according to KPRC Click2Houston. Instead, the suspect became lodged roughly halfway down, prompting a call for the Houston Fire Department to assist.
Rescue And Custody
Video and reporting from KHOU show Houston Fire Department crews working to extricate the person from the chimney while Houston police waited to take them into custody. Officials said the individual was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. As of the latest reports, authorities had not released the suspect’s name or said whether any charges had been filed.
Neighbors And Next Steps
Residents in the area said they were startled by the overnight commotion and the arrival of emergency crews. Police have urged anyone with additional information about the incident to contact HPD. The unusual choice of entry point, using a chimney, drew particular curiosity from neighbors and serves as a reminder from officials to report any suspicious activity on rooftops. Investigators are continuing to look into what happened, according to local reports.
