Armed car prowler enters home in North Beacon Hill, sparking safety concerns [Video]

SEATTLE – Neighbors in North Beacon Hill are concerned for their safety after a man was recorded on security cameras prowling on their property and flashing a gun, all before breaking into a home.

“Everyone’s a little more careful,” said townhouse owner Tiberiu Vilcu. “We’re beefing up our security systems, making sure all our cameras are active. We’re very vigilant in our group chat, just making sure everyone is aware.

The incident happened Tuesday morning around 3 a.m. on a property located near S. Holgate Street and 15th Avenue. The suspect dressed in all black was seen on multiple cameras prowling an area where cars are parked. At one point, he flashes the gun right at a camera.

“All of us are concerned about our safety,” said a neighbor who asked not to be identified. “I just upgraded my security system because of what happened.”

The suspect is also accused of breaking into one of …