This Marin County blog post covers a recent vandalism incident in Novato on Seventh Street. Police arrested three adults and cited a teen after finding a vacant house being damaged.
Nearby vehicles were also damaged, and officials estimate thousands of dollars in property loss. The case has drawn attention from residents and safety officials across Marin County, from San Rafael to Mill Valley and Sausalito.
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Incident Details on Seventh Street
Around 9:30 p.m., a resident out walking their dog heard shouting and the sound of things breaking inside a vacant home on Seventh Street. The Novato Police Department responded quickly and traced the noise to the empty house.
Officers found four young males inside. They used flashlights and damaged the property.
The disturbance spread to several nearby vehicles. Windows were smashed, and someone sprayed graffiti on surfaces.
Authorities say the house alone suffered thousands of dollars in damage. The whole thing has left Marin County neighbors from Novato to Corte Madera feeling unsettled.
Those Arrested, Charges, and the Teenager
Police identified the suspects as Frisli Mazariegos Escalante, 20; Oseas Rivas Velis, 18; and Luis Chaj Chanchaval, 19. Officers booked all three adults into Marin County Jail on charges of felony vandalism, felony burglary, and conspiracy.
The teenager, who’s underage, received a citation for the same offenses and went home with his parents. Local authorities continue to call the situation a serious criminal act with major property damage.
Impact on Marin County Communities and the Local Response
News of the Seventh Street vandalism spread fast, sparking conversations across Marin County. Neighbors in Novato and nearby towns like San Rafael, Mill Valley, Larkspur, and Sausalito are left wondering what more can be done to stop this kind of thing.
Novato police keep stressing how important it is to report things quickly and stay alert, especially when vacant properties are around. It’s a reminder—maybe one we all need sometimes—that property security really is a shared responsibility.
These kinds of disturbances can get out of hand fast, especially on busy evenings. Folks from San Quentin to Marin City are keeping a closer eye on their neighborhoods now, and who could blame them?
Practical Steps for Marin Residents to Boost Neighborhood Safety
- Lock up vacant properties. Seal access points to keep out vandals in neighborhoods from Fairfax to Terra Linda.
- Enhance lighting and consider cameras around homes and vacant lots. This can deter crime and help investigations—a strategy Marin County safety groups often mention from Tiburon to Novato.
- Join or form a neighborhood watch in communities like Eichler, Pacheco Valley, Marinwood, and Black Point. Report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement as soon as you notice it.
- Secure vehicles and property in driveways and garages. This is especially important in the busy residential corridors of Corte Madera, Bel Marin Keys, and Kentfield.
- Report graffiti immediately to city or county services. Quick cleanup can discourage repeat offenders, and agencies serving Nevada and Greenbrae support this approach.
After the Novato incident, folks in Marin County are thinking more about safety. If you live in Novato, San Rafael, or Mill Valley, you probably want a safer neighborhood too, where crimes like vandalism don’t stand a chance—and where people are held accountable.
Here is the source article for this story: 3 Adults, 1 Teen Caught Vandalizing Empty Home In Marin County Report: Police
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