Los Angeles DA Announces Charges Against Suspect in Burglary of Mayor’s House

Ephraim Matthew Hunter faces felony counts of residential burglary and vandalism causing $400 or more in damage.
Los Angeles DA Announces Charges Against Suspect in Burglary of Mayor’s House
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass speaks in Studio City, Calif., on Jan. 30, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
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Investigators believe the man who broke into Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s house was specifically targeting her, District Attorney George Gascón announced April 23.

At a news conference Tuesday, Mr. Gascon did not provide details about why detectives thought the suspect, Ephraim Matthew Hunter, 29, was targeting Ms. Bass, but made a reference to his actions inside the home, according to City News Service.

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