Event Brief
3-year-old found after Van Nuys home invasion
Filed: Aug 05, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: A 3-year-old abducted during a Van Nuys home invasion was found; police took a suspect into custody.
WHO: Los Angeles Police Department; suspect in custody; 3-year-old boy and family
WHAT: A child reported taken during a home invasion was found; a suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
WHEN: Aug 05, 2026 at 2:06 PM ET
WHERE: 7600 block of Van Nuys Boulevard near Saticoy Street, Van Nuys
WHY: Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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