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Story summary
- On February 19, 2026, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) SWAT team used tear gas to force a suspected burglar out of a Pacoima garage after a five-hour barricade.
- Police received reports of a break-in near Piney Street and Ralston Avenue around 2:40 a.m.
- The suspect initially fled but later broke into a neighboring home.
- The suspect exited around 7:45 a.m. and was treated for minor injuries.
- Police said they are determining the charges the suspect will face.
