Prowler startles Napa resident

By CARLOS VILLATORO
Register Staff Writer

A prowler may be on the loose in an east Napa neighborhood.

The Napa County Sheriff’s Department reports that a resident on the 3000 block of Vichy Avenue awoke to the sound of a man attempting to open the front door early Sunday morning. The resident startled the prowler away and called police Napa Sheriff’s Sgt. Mike Milat said.

Deputies arrived at the home and searched the area, but didn’t locate find anyone Milat said. The prowler is described as a white male adult, 5 feet 7 inches to 6 feet tall, in his 30s, with a medium build, and wearing light-colored clothing. Anyone who has information about this individual is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Department at 253-4501. The Sheriff’s Department recommends locking doors and window to prevent burglars from entering, and calling 911 should you encounter anyone attempting to break in.

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