DEARBORN — A 27-year-old Dearborn man was arrested and charged in connection with an attempted home invasion May 3.
Casim Taha was charged in 34th District Court with attempted home invasion. Bond was set at $25,000, 10 percent, and a GPS tether will be required if he posts bond.
A probable casuse hearing was scheduled for 9 a.m. May 19 in 34th District Court, and a preliminary examination of the evidence against him was set for 9 a.m. May 26.
According to police reports, officers responded to the 6400 block of Appoline for an attempted break-in. Officers spoke with the homeowner who said he heard a noise at the rear of his house, and when he investigated, he saw a man removing the screen to a rear window. The man saw the homeowner and fled.
Officers saturated the area and after a lengthy search identified and arrested Taha.
“The quick action by officers resulted in the arrest of a subject wanted for an attempted break in,” Police Chief Ronald Haddad said. “I commend these officers for their dedication to protecting our citizens and businesses alike.”