A Carlsbad homeowner interrupted an apparent burglary early today on the 3700 block of Westhaven Drive, chasing away an intruder in the home’s garage.
According to police, the intruder fled after a brief struggle, then was apprehended by a witness on the 2000 block of Chestnut Avenue.
Police arrested the suspect, who was carrying more than seven grams of methamphetamine.
He was booked into Vista Detention Facility for residential burglary and possession of a controlled substance.
