Suspect breaks into house and hides in garage, Tacoma WA


A neighbor reported a break-in at a residence near South Cushman Avenue. The suspect entered the backyard and may be inside the house's garage. The homeowner is nearby and has provided a description of the suspect as a black-haired male wearing a white shirt and black clothing, carrying a rake.
Audio|Source: Tacoma Police Dispatch - South
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Transcript:
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87, can you break in 0-348 for burglary in progress?
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Yep.
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Near South Cushman Avenue.
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The neighbor originally called in and advised that there was a subject that was in the backyard and they broke in.
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They said they might have seen them enter into the actual house.
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Now we have the homeowner on the line.
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He should be parked kitty corner to the residence in his vehicle, saying the subject is currently in the garage.
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Should be in a gray full-sized van and we don't have a better description on the suspect at the time.
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It's on copy.
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Frances Rage's 4-9, Tyler.
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And I miss this up where the advice.
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He's a male, 6-foot, 190 pounds, black-haired, wearing a white shirt, black clothing and carrying a rake.
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Updated 1245.
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Location mentioned:
Near S Cushman Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408
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