Escambia County man dies after alleged break-in, theft

Escambia County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a death that occurred after a man allegedly broke into a home on Kearny Drive and stole food, according to Sheriff Chip Simmons. The incident was reported to deputies on Thursday, October 23, 2026.

Details remain limited as the investigation continues. The Sheriff's Office has not yet released information about the circumstances that led to the man's death or the identity of the deceased.