Teen Arrested After String Of Montgomery Business Burglaries: Police

MONTGOMERY, IL — A teenage boy was arrested in connection with a string of burglaries at businesses on Montgomery's East Side, police said.

Over the past several weeks, several businesses along the Douglas Road corridor experienced forced entries and property loss. As a result, Montgomery police increased patrols and conducted a coordinated investigation, leading to the arrest of a 16-year-old boy.

The teenager was taken into custody and, as of Thursday, was being held at the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center on multiple charges, including felony burglary. Additional charges may be pending the results of an ongoing forensic analysis, officials said.

"The Montgomery Police Department thanks local business owners and community members for their cooperation, timely reporting, and assistance, all of which were critical to this investigation," police said. "The department remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of Montgomery's business community and will continue to work diligently as the investigation progresses."

Police encouraged residents and business owners to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Montgomery Police Department.