Petaluma Police Continue Search for Suspect in Rare Home Break-In

A man discovered hiding under a bed in a Petaluma home remains at large as investigators analyze DNA and surveillance evidence.

On March 30, 2025, a Petaluma resident found an unknown man hiding under their bed, prompting an immediate police response.
The suspect, described as a Hispanic man in his 20s, fled the scene on foot and has not yet been identified or located.
Police have collected DNA evidence and surveillance footage from the scene in an effort to track down the suspect.
Authorities have advised residents to enhance home security with strong locks, motion-sensor lights, and other protective measures.
The incident is considered highly unusual for Petaluma, a community where home invasions and prowler cases are rare.