FELON Terrorizes Sports Stars — FAMILIES TRAPPED

Masked figure peering through glass door at night

A repeat felon terrorized Seattle’s sports heroes and their families in their own homes while liberal bail policies kept him free to strike again and again.

Story Snapshot

Patrick Maisonet, 29, targeted homes of Blake Snell, Richard Sherman, Ichiro Suzuki, and other celebrities between February and June 2025
The career criminal was out on bail after cutting off his ankle monitor, despite a violent record dating to 2009
Armed robberies occurred with families present, including Sherman’s children and Ichiro’s wife who called 911
Police recovered stolen memorabilia and jewelry after raiding a South Seattle pawn shop in August

Criminal Justice System Failures Enable Terror Spree

Patrick Maisonet’s reign of terror against Seattle’s most prominent athletes exposes the dangerous consequences of lenient bail policies and failed monitoring systems. Despite a criminal history spanning 16 years including robbery, assault, kidnapping, and a 2016 shooting and carjacking, Maisonet remained free after cutting off his ankle monitor in late 2024. This systematic failure allowed him to methodically target high-profile victims, turning their homes into crime scenes while families cowered in fear.

The February through June 2025 crime spree began with an attempted break-in at baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki’s home on February 9, where his terrified wife called 911 while the intruder was still present. The pattern escalated dramatically by March 30, when Maisonet conducted an armed robbery at former NFL star Richard Sherman’s residence with his family inside, including young children who witnessed the traumatic invasion.

Athletes Become Sitting Ducks for Organized Crime

Maisonet strategically exploited professional athletes’ travel schedules and public appearances to maximize his criminal opportunities. Blake Snell’s home was burglarized March 27 while the pitcher was away for a game, demonstrating how public schedules made these law-abiding citizens vulnerable targets. The systematic approach mirrors organized theft rings operating nationwide, with criminals using social media and sports schedules to identify when homes would be unoccupied.

The terror extended beyond theft to psychological warfare against families. Edgar Martinez, Julio Rodríguez, Luis Castillo, and even Grammy-winning musician Macklemore became victims in what police describe as a calculated campaign targeting Seattle’s most recognizable figures. These attacks violated the sanctity of home and family that forms the foundation of American values, turning successful individuals into prisoners in their own communities.

Law Enforcement Breakthrough Exposes Criminal Network

Police finally broke the case in August 2025 through a raid on a South Seattle pawn shop that recovered hundreds of stolen items, including irreplaceable sports memorabilia and personal jewelry. The investigation revealed the sophisticated nature of the operation, with accomplices including an individual named Riley and potentially broader connections to other theft networks. This breakthrough came only after months of terror that could have been prevented with proper bail enforcement.

Maisonet now faces 10 felonies including first-degree robbery and residential burglary after pleading not guilty in September 2025. The case highlights the urgent need for reform in how the justice system handles repeat violent offenders who pose clear and present dangers to law-abiding citizens. These crimes represent more than property theft—they constitute attacks on the American Dream itself, where success and achievement should be celebrated, not punished by predators enabled by failed policies.