An El Cajon man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of burglary after allegedly breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s apartment, prompting a standoff.
Around 9 a.m. Saturday, officers from the El Cajon Police Department responded to reports of domestic violence in the 300 block of East Madison Avenue. The victim said she fled her apartment after her ex-boyfriend broke a window and forced his way in, according to police.
Officers identified the suspect as Roman Estrada, 41. He was still inside the apartment when they arrived, according to the department.
Records showed Estrada was on federal probation for weapons violations and had a felony warrant out for his arrest. Officers attempted to de-escalate the situation by negotiating with Estrada, however, he would not respond to calls or verbal announcements.
“El Cajon Police Department Crisis Negotiations Team and the SWAT team responded to the location and were successful in negotiating a peaceful surrender,” according to a statement from the agency. “Estrada was booked into San Diego County Jail for various felony charges,” including the felony warrant.”
– City News Service
