Chance Encounter Leads to Arrest of Wanted Attempted Murder Suspect in Pasadena

Police investigating a report of a domestic disturbance ended up arresting an attempted murder suspect they had been seeking after he walked into a Pasadena home where officers were investigating a disturbance early Friday and was immediately recognized, officials said.

The suspect was also found to have a loaded gun in his pocket, as well as cocaine and a scale on his person when taken into custody about 12:45 a.m. in the 800 block of South Worcester Street, Pasadena police Lt. Anthony Burgess said.

Officers had been dispatched to a report of a disturbance at a home, according to the lieutenant.

As they were conducting their investigation, the wanted suspect arrived and walked in the front door, he said.

Officers instantly recognized the man from wanted fliers and took him into custody without a struggle, Burgess said.

Police described the suspect as a 31-year-old man. His name was not released Friday pending further investigation.

The attempted murder the suspect was being sought in connection with occurred in Pasadena, but further details were not available.