Upstate New York Man Pleads Guilty After Breaking Into Apartment, Bathing, and Wearing Victim’s Clothes

A 45-year-old man is facing up to nine years behind bars after pleading guilty to a burglary in which he broke into an apartment, bathed, and dressed himself in the resident's clothing.

Kenneth Radley admitted in Albany County Court on Thursday to unlawfully entering an apartment on South Lake Avenue on August 6th, 2024. According to prosecutors, Radley made himself at home inside the unit, helping himself to food from the refrigerator and taking a bath before slipping into the resident’s clothes, which included a black tank top, gray sweatpants, and white Adidas sneakers.

The situation escalated when the apartment’s rightful occupant returned home just after 5pm to find Radley not only inside but wearing his clothes. Once confronted, Radley insisted the apartment was his and attempted to physically remove the resident. A struggle ensued and the tenant managed to subdue Radley until police arrived at the scene.

Authorities later confirmed that Radley had also attempted to enter another apartment in the same building earlier that day.

Radley ultimately accepted a plea deal and admitted guilt to one count of second-degree burglary. His sentencing is scheduled for July 30th where he faces a prison term of 7 to 9 years.

No statement was issued by Radley’s defense attorney regarding the plea or upcoming sentencing.

Upstate New York Man Pleads Guilty After Breaking Into Apartment, Bathing, and Wearing Victim’s Clothes