A suspect was taken into custody after being caught attempting to steal from a residential yard. The individual had allegedly been trying to make off with items valued at up to $2,000.

Officers were dispatched to the scene in response to a report of a break-in. They arrived to find the suspect, who was subsequently arrested.

The incident occurred on September 2, and further information is available from the San Mateo Police Department, which handled the case and made the arrest.