The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in a residential burglary that occurred near Battle Ground, Washington. The incident took place on October 21, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m. According to law enforcement reports, the suspect initially broke into a shed on the property and stole fishing gear while the homeowner was inside the house. The suspect then kicked in the back door of the residence. Upon being yelled at by the homeowner to leave, the suspect dropped several of the stolen items and fled the scene. After leaving the residence, the suspect approached a nearby home and asked a neighbor for a ride to Yacolt. The neighbor declined the request, but a doorbell camera captured surveillance video of this encounter. During the interaction, the unidentified suspect claimed his name was Derek. Despite the neighbor's refusal, an unsuspecting driver, who was unaware of the burglary, later provided the suspect with a ride. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information regarding the identity of this man or his current whereabouts to come forward. The suspect is considered at large and remains unidentified beyond the alias provided. Investigators are asking the public to review any potential surveillance footage or recall any suspicious activity in the Battle Ground area on the date of the incident. To provide information, individuals are asked to contact Deputy Damon Casetta-Stubbs by email at Damon.CasettaStubbs@clark.wa.gov and reference Case number 26007958. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in locating the suspect and recovering stolen property.