Odessa Man Arrested for Auto Burglaries and Firearms Possession

A 20-year-old man from Odessa, identified as Alex Brackman, has been apprehended in connection with a series of auto burglaries, according to the Odessa Police Department. Brackman now faces multiple charges including auto burglaries, evading an officer, and felon in possession of firearms.

The incident unfolded on February 4, 2024, when Odessa Police Officers responded to reports of multiple vehicle burglaries in the Parks Bell Ranch area. Among the stolen items were several firearms. Surveillance footage captured a masked individual in gloves and a hoodie.

Two days later, on February 6th, at approximately 4:15 am, an officer patrolling the Parks Bell Ranch area spotted a person fitting the description near a vehicle. Upon approach, the individual fled on a bicycle, initiating a pursuit.

Law enforcement agencies collaborated in the pursuit of Brackman, with the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) deploying a drone to assist in his apprehension. Shortly after, reports emerged of additional auto burglaries, including incidents at the Candlewood Suite Hotel and several others within the Parks Bell Ranch community.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to recover stolen property and further unravel the circumstances surrounding the burglaries.

The Odessa Police Department urges the public to refrain from leaving valuables, especially firearms, inside vehicles, emphasizing the necessity of securing vehicles to deter criminals like Brackman.