Ruse Burglary In Hinsdale Neighborhood: Cops

HINSDALE, IL – A resident in the 700 block of North Elm Street in Hinsdale became the victim of a ruse burglary last week, authorities said.

About 6:30 p.m. Thursday, three suspects who claimed to be utility workers entered the resident's house, police said. One of the suspects stayed with the woman, while the other two went upstairs and rummaged through the master bedroom, police said.

A list of missing items was unavailable at the time of the police's media report Wednesday.

The suspects left the area in a silver SUV, police said.

Ruse burglars often distract and engage homeowners in conversation while someone else enters the home and removes valuables.

A ruse burglary occurred late last month in Elmhurst.