Hollywood has seen yet another string of burglaries targeting celebrity homes, and this time music legend Lionel Richie found himself in the middle of it.
Unlike many high-profile break-ins, Richie was reportedly home when a burglar attempted to enter his Beverly Hills residence late at night.
Alarm System Stops Thief in Their Tracks
Police received an emergency call shortly after midnight about a burglary at the 76-year-old singer’s home.
Fortunately, Richie’s security alarm activated, startling the intruder and prompting them to flee before taking any valuables.
The Beverly Hills Police Department confirmed the incident, though Richie’s representatives have yet to comment publicly.
Authorities identified a suspect named Michael John Bond, who was arrested on suspicion of residential burglary.
Formal charges have not yet been filed, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Detectives are reviewing security camera footage and other evidence from the scene to piece together exactly what happened.
A Surge in High-Profile Hollywood Burglaries
Richie’s close call comes amid a series of burglaries targeting A-list stars in Los Angeles.
Earlier this summer, Brad Pitt’s Los Feliz home was broken into while the actor was abroad promoting his racing drama F1.
Police later arrested three suspects linked to the crime, using security footage to help identify the alleged thieves.
Officials noted that the burglars did not appear to be specifically targeting celebrities.
Other Celebrities Caught in the Crosshairs
The trend isn’t limited to Richie and Pitt. Teddi Mellencamp, a former star of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, recently faced an attempted burglary at her home.
Security cameras captured men climbing fences and approaching her house before fleeing once the alarm blared.
In February, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were also targeted at their Beverly Hills mansion.
An intruder smashed a window to enter, but an employee on the property was able to scare the burglar away.
Celebrity Homes Remain Vulnerable
These incidents highlight a growing concern for celebrities living in Los Angeles.
Even with advanced security systems, high-profile homes remain attractive targets for burglars.
Richie’s close call serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and robust security measures for anyone in the public eye.
