police released details about the incident<\/a> which happened at a home on Burbank Court on April 7. Video of the incident was captured on home security cameras and has since gone viral.<\/p>\nPolice were called to the home following a report of a man attempting to force entry into the home, which was occupied by a woman and child. The homeowner’s husband, who was away from home at the time, immediately returned when he saw the suspect on surveillance video.<\/p>\n
Before he arrived, the suspect attempted to break in by kicking in the front door. He then entered the home through a sliding glass door.<\/p>\n
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Surveillance footage of 30-year-old Jason Nichols, who was arrested in connection with a home invasion in Fairfield on April 7, 2026.<\/p>\n
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While the suspect was inside the home, the homeowner confronted him, armed with a shovel. Police said a physical altercation took place, with both men suffering head injuries.<\/p>\n
Officers found the suspect outside the home, where he was taken into custody. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Jason Nichols, was taken to NorthBay Medical Center for treatment before being booked into the Solano County Jail.<\/p>\n
“We are grateful that the family is safe and commend our officers for their swift response in bringing this dangerous situation to a safe resolution,” police said in a statement.<\/p>\n
According to jail records, Nichols was booked on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, criminal threats, burglary and vandalism.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In an update Monday afternoon, police said they received information about an encounter involving Nichols, a witness and their child two days before the home invasion. Following an investigation, Nichols was also booked on suspicion of annoying or molesting a child under 18.<\/p>\n
Police said they are not providing additional information about the encounter due to the sensitive nature of the case and the involvement of a minor.<\/p>\n
Nichols is scheduled to appear in court Monday afternoon.<\/p>\n
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