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Man on Bicycle Checks Door Moments After Woman Returns Home in East Redding
REDDING, Calif. - A concerning encounter captured by a home security camera in East Redding is serving as a reminder for residents to lock their doors, even immediately after arriving home.
The incident happened near Altamesa Elementary School after a woman returned home from dropping off her grandchildren at 10:07 p.m. on November 2nd 2026.
According to information provided to North State Now, the woman had only been inside her home very briefly when a man riding a bicycle arrived at the residence.
Security camera footage shows the man riding up to the door, then looking around to see if anyone was watching. He then leans in checks the door, which was locked. The man then leaves the property on his bicycle.
The timing of the encounter has raised concern because the woman had arrived home only moments before the man appeared at the residence.
A report has been made with the Redding Police Department.
The incident is also an important reminder for residents to lock their doors immediately after arriving home and remain aware of unfamiliar people or vehicles around their neighborhoods.
If you would like to see the video it can be seen here.