Intrusion at Macklemore’s Seattle Home While Children Slept Inside

In a deeply unsettling incident, rapper Macklemore's Seattle residence was burglarized just after midnight this past Saturday. According to a police report, two unidentified men forcibly entered the home wearing face masks and tactical vests. The intruders were armed with bear spray, a chemical deterrent typically used against wild animals.

Once inside, the suspects confronted a woman identified by police as the family’s nanny. She was sprayed with the bear spray and allegedly coerced into guiding the burglars through the home to locate valuables.

What makes the incident even more alarming is that three young children were asleep inside the house during the break-in. Thankfully, none of the children were physically harmed. It remains unclear whether Macklemore, whose real name is Ben Haggerty, was present during the invasion.

As of now, Seattle authorities continue their investigation, and no arrests have been reported.

The incident raises renewed concerns about residential security, especially in homes with children. The presence of armed intruders in what should be the safest space for a family is a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of home invasions, regardless of neighborhood or public profile.

Source: ABC7