Oceanside, CA — On May 9, 2025, at approximately 3:16 a.m., officers from the Oceanside Police Department responded to a burglary alarm at a business in the 1900 block of Mission Avenue. Upon arrival, officers observed a suspect inside the premises.

Multiple officers, including a K-9 unit from the San Diego County Sheriff's Office, responded to the scene. During an initial search of the building, officers suspected the individual had hidden in a ceiling crawlspace.

Utilizing a department drone, officers located the suspect above the ceiling tiles. The suspect appeared to be feigning sleep and nearly fell through the ceiling while attempting to remain concealed. Officers were able to safely remove him from the ceiling without incident.

The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Karlos Jordon of Oceanside, was booked into the Vista Detention Facility on charges of burglary and an outstanding warrant.

Investigators believe the suspect may be connected to additional burglaries in the area. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Oceanside Police Detective Sergeant Joshua Young at (760) 435-4729.

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