Los Angeles Mayor's Home Break-In Results in No Contest Plea

A 29-year-old man, Ephraim Hunter, has pleaded no contest to felony vandalism related to a break-in at the home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in April. The incident occurred while the mayor and her family were present, leading to charges of burglary and vandalism. Hunter's attorney stated that he is pleased with the resolution and is focused on recovery and turning his life around. During the break-in, Hunter allegedly caused significant damage by smashing a rear glass door, resulting in estimated repairs between $5,000 and $10,000. His injuries from the incident left blood stains throughout the residence, although no one in the mayor's family was harmed. Following the plea agreement, Hunter received a sentence of two years probation and was mandated to stay away from the mayor's home and work addresses for three years. In addition to probation, Hunter is required to pay over $15,700 in restitution and participate in a drug abuse and mental health treatment program. He will also be expected to live in a halfway house as part of his rehabilitation. Hunter previously mentioned in a local radio interview that he was under the influence of drugs during the break-in and did not specifically target Mayor Bass. Mayor Bass, currently in Paris for the Olympics' opening ceremonies, has not commented on the plea agreement, according to her communications office.