Arizona Teens Arrested After Scottsdale Police Say They Posed as Delivery Workers to Force Their Way Into Home, Restrain Victims and Flee

ARIZONA — Two teenagers were arrested after Scottsdale police say they posed as delivery workers to gain entry to a home and then forced their way inside during a late-morning break-in that escalated into a violent disturbance, according to details shared by the Down in the Desert report.

What Police Say Happened at the Home

Police said officers responded around 10:45 a.m. Saturday to a home near 96th Street and Sweetwater Avenue after reports of a violent disturbance. When officers arrived, they reportedly saw a woman screaming inside the home and one of the suspects struggling with a man.

Investigators said the teens allegedly gained access by posing as delivery workers, then forced their way inside once the door was opened.

Victims Reportedly Restrained as Another Person Hid

Scottsdale police said two people were restrained during the incident. Investigators also said a third victim hid elsewhere in the home as the situation unfolded.

Those details, police said, helped shape the initial response as officers worked to secure the scene and locate the suspects.

Suspects Fled Through Back Door, Tracked to Nearby Strip Mall

Police said the suspects fled out the back door and drove away. Officers were then able to track the vehicle to a nearby strip mall, where both teens were taken into custody without further incident.

One Teen Identified, Second Not Named Due to Age

Police identified one of the suspects as Jackson Sullivan. The second teen was not publicly identified due to age.

Authorities said both teens now face multiple felony charges.

Charges Listed by Police

Scottsdale police said the case involves multiple felony allegations, including:

• Aggravated assault
• Kidnapping
• Second-degree burglary
• Criminal impersonation
• Disorderly conduct
• Felony flight

Formal charging decisions and court outcomes will ultimately depend on prosecutors and the legal process, but police said the allegations reflect the seriousness of what they believe occurred inside the home.

Police Say Home-Invasion-Style Crimes Are Rare in Scottsdale

Scottsdale police emphasized that home invasion-style crimes are extremely rare in the city and said there is no ongoing threat to the community, according to the report.

That reassurance is often included in updates when an incident draws public concern—especially when it involves suspects allegedly using deception to gain entry.

Why This Case Is a Reminder for Homeowners Everywhere

While this incident happened in Arizona, police across the U.S. regularly warn residents to be cautious about unexpected knocks at the door—especially when someone claims to be a worker or delivery person.

Common safety reminders include:

• Confirming deliveries through an app or tracking notification
• Using a doorbell camera or peep hole before opening
• Asking for identification through the door if something feels off
• Calling police if a situation escalates or turns threatening

What’s Next

Police have not provided additional case details in the information shown, including how the suspects were initially identified, what evidence was recovered, or whether additional suspects are being investigated. Those details often emerge later through court filings or official updates.

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