Leia, a french bulldog, stomped to death as burglars entered while family slept
Reported by The Independent · October 16, 2026
Burglary at North Hollywood home
The break-in took place around 2:50 a.m. Friday at a property on Farmdale Avenue in North Hollywood. Police said the occupants were asleep when intruders entered. Leia, the family’s French bulldog, encountered the intruders inside the residence and was fatally injured. Police told NBC4 she was stomped, but authorities have not described the injuries in further detail.
Safe taken from property
Officers responding to the burglary sought backup as the investigation developed, according to an LAPD spokesperson. It was not clear whether any residents were physically hurt.
Four suspects arrested
NBC4 reported that officers arrested four people following two separate pursuits and recovered the safe. One suspect was allegedly carrying a firearm.
Key points
- Leia died after intruders allegedly attacked her during a North Hollywood burglary.
- The residents were asleep when the break-in occurred around 2:50 a.m. Friday.
- Four people were arrested after two pursuits, and police recovered a safe.
- Authorities have not said which suspect allegedly attacked Leia or whether residents were injured.