The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested two individuals for burglarizing an occupied residence.
On February 5, 2025, deputies responded to the 14000 Block of North 46th Street in Tampa after a residential burglary call for service. They learned the suspects had burglarized multiple apartment units, two of which were occupied at the time of the burglary.
The apartments burglarized were all unlocked at the time. Deputies believe the suspects were turning handles and entering ones found open. The suspects stole several gaming systems, clothing, and other miscellaneous items.
Through investigative means, detectives identified and arrested Shervin Safarkouhpayeh, 16, and Germery Glass, 18, on February 6, 2025. Both suspects have been charged with Burglary of an Occupied Dwelling (x5).
"When someone violates your home by burglarizing it, it can be traumatizing. Everyone should be able to feel safe in their home," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Thanks to our dedicated detectives, these suspects were quickly identified and arrested for their dangerous criminal behavior."
This is an active investigation; any update will come from the Public Affairs Office.
