Man Finds Burglar in His University City Home, Police Say

A man is accused of burglary after a University City resident found him in his home on April 18.

Brandon L. Moore, 31, of the 1100 block of Backer Street in University City, was charged April 19 with first-degree burglary, misdemeanor stealing and stealing a credit card.

University City Police said the resident heard a noise at his front door about 6:40 a.m. on April 18 and went inside to find Moore standing in his home. The resident confronted Moore and told him to leave, police said.

Minutes later, he realized he was missing a credit card and $45 from his wallet and his front door had been pried open.

Moore is being held in the St. Louis County Justice Center. Bail was set at $45,000, cash only.

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