Saquon Barkley and Family Safe After Home Burglary Attempt
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Philadelphia Eagles star and his family were inside their Malvern residence when suspects attempted a break-in early Saturday morning.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and his family were unharmed following an attempted burglary at their Pennsylvania home early Saturday morning, according to reporting from Sportsnet.
Tredyffrin Township police responded to a report of a burglary in progress shortly after 5 a.m. ET at Barkley's residence in Malvern. While investigators believe at least two suspects were involved and at least one individual entered the home while the family was inside, the suspects had already fled by the time officers arrived. Tredyffrin Township Police Capt. Tyler Moyer told reporters that while the residents were unsettled, they were fine and unharmed. Police further indicated that they do not believe any items were stolen from the residence.
Investigators are currently reviewing a white SUV that may be linked to the crime. The Chester County District Attorney's Office is assisting Tredyffrin Township police with the ongoing investigation and has requested that nearby residents review security footage from the time of the incident.
Authorities are examining whether this event is connected to a broader pattern of break-ins targeting high-profile professional athletes. Capt. Moyer told NBC10 Philadelphia that investigators are exploring all angles, noting that homes of other NFL stars, including Joe Burrow, Travis Kelce, and Patrick Mahomes, have been targeted in recent years. Sportsnet reports that federal prosecutors have charged seven men in connection with those previous burglaries, and one defendant received a 24-month prison sentence earlier this year.