Pasadena Police Arrest Local Man After He Brandished a Firearm and Threatened Another Adult Male

At approximately 4:31 p.m., Pasadena Officers responded to the area of Colorado Blvd., and Eloise Ave regarding an armed man with a gun. After searching the area he was located and peacefully surrendered to awaiting officers.

Arrested for terrorist threats and brandishing a firearm is suspect Matthew Periego, white male, 32 years, and a Pasadena resident. The neighborhood near Colorado Blvd., and Eloise is SAFE. We would like to thank the community for their patience and cooperation. A special thanks to our Citizen Volunteers who also assisted with this incident.