Man Who Posed As Security Officer Wanted For Burbank Home Invasion

BURBANK (CBS) — Police are asking for the public's help in locating a home invasion suspect who posed as a security officer.

Burbank police say the incident happened around 9:40 p.m. on March 12 in the 1900 block of North Buena Vista Street.

The victim answered her door after seeing the suspect dressed in a uniform similar to those worn by officers in her apartment complex, Burbank police said.

"When the victim opened her door, the suspect immediately forced his way into the apartment, holding a knife," police said in a news release.

The suspect demanded cash and jewelry and then fled the apartment.

The suspect is described as a Male, Hispanic, 30-39 years old, 5"-10" to 6', 200-250 pounds, last seen wearing a white uniform style shirt, black pants, and black shoes or boots, police said.

If anyone has information about the suspect, contact the Burbank Police Department at (818) 238-3240.