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Ephraim Matthew Hunter, a 29-year-old career criminal, was arrested for breaking into the official mayoral residence of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, where she was present with her family. Hunter, who was bloodied during the incident, caused significant damage to the rear glass door, estimated at between $5,000 and $10,000. District Attorney George Gascón believes Hunter targeted Bass due to the timing of the break-in. Hunter has a previous conviction for a brutal beating in Massachusetts and was sentenced to 5-7 years in prison. He moved to Los Angeles after his release. Hunter’s family disputes the DA’s claims and states that he suffers from mental health issues and was seeking refuge from perceived danger.

Ephraim Hunter, 29, has been charged with first-degree residential burglary with a person present and vandalism for breaking into the Windsor Square residence of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Investigators believe Hunter knew it was the mayor’s home and specifically targeted her. Hunter faces up to 13 years and four months in prison if convicted as charged. The incident occurred around 6:40 a.m. Sunday, with the suspect breaking a glass door and entering the home while the mayor was inside with her family. Hunter cut himself on the broken glass and left blood stains throughout the home. Police said the break-in triggered an alarm that alerted police.