Two Arrested in Stratmoor Hills Overnight Burglary

Two suspects, Jennifer Clark and Andrew Bicknell, were arrested for breaking into a vacant home undergoing renovations in the Stratmoor Hills neighborhood of El Paso County, Colorado. Deputies responded to a 911 call after a community member reported seeing the suspects entering the property, which had been targeted in prior break-ins. Clark was charged with first-degree criminal trespass and obstructing government operations and released on a PR bond, while Bicknell, described as a prolific offender with 26 prior bookings since 1996, faces the same charges and remains in custody on a no-bond parole violation warrant. Sheriff Joseph Roybal emphasized the importance of community vigilance, neighborhood watch groups, and home security in preventing crime. In a separate incident, two men in Irvine, California, were arrested for attempted burglary after being caught by security cameras and police, further highlighting the role of surveillance and prompt reporting in maintaining community safety. Both cases underscore the effectiveness of community partnerships and technology in deterring and addressing criminal activity.