Event Brief
‘Butt Sniffer’ arrested again in Glendale
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: Calese Crowder, 39, dubbed “The Butt Sniffer,” was arrested Friday afternoon after Glendale stores reported a man bending down around customers and attempting to sniff. Police reviewed security video, identified Crowder, and arrested him in the 100 block of South Brand Boulevard on suspicion of a parole violation. The case will be submitted to prosecutors for possible charges.
WHO: Calese Crowder, 39; Glendale Police
WHAT: Arrest of a man dubbed “The Butt Sniffer” after reports of similar suspicious behavior at two Glendale stores; identification via security video; arrest on suspicion of a parole violation.
WHEN: Aug 31, 2026 at 8:24 AM ET
WHERE: Glendale, CA
WHY: Glendale police said the arrest followed reports of a man acting suspiciously and bending down around people, attempting to sniff, at two stores; video review led to Crowder’s identification.
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