Reports of attempted residential burglaries in Atherton

Between 11/4/2025 and 11/5/2025, an interrupted residential burglary and an attempted residential burglary occurred in Atherton. During the first incident, suspects gained entry through an unlocked rear master bedroom door and were subsequently confronted by the homeowner, then fled scene. Nobody was harmed in the incident.

During the second incident, three unknown suspects gained entry to the property by jumping over a fence where they were observed on surveillance footage loitering on the property. The residents, who were inside the home, were alerted to the suspects on the property and began turning on all the lights around the residence. The suspects immediately fled the scene, and nobody was harmed in the incident

These incidents are under investigation, and no other information is currently available.

Atherton residents can schedule a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) review of their home by calling us at 650-688-6500.