Residential Burglary Consistent With 'Regional Pattern': Northbrook PD

NORTHBROOK, IL — Following a residential burglary Monday night, police are asking residents to report any and all suspicious behavior. The incident, which occurred at around 6:15 p.m., is consistent with a number of other recent burglaries, not just in Northbrook, but across Chicagoland.

Police said no force was used in the isolated incident in the 0-100 block of Bridlewood Road. A resident called 911 to report three males dressed in black clothing at their home. The Village of Northbrook said the race of the three individuals is unknown at this time. Police also added that there is no threat to the public.

Police characterized the incident as being consistent with the regional pattern reported by the Village earlier this month. Most recently, groups of offenders have been targeting bigger homes located adjacent to wooded areas, according to police. The most common thing being stolen is jewelry and cash, often in larger quantities. Police said the same pattern of burglaries are occurring in other Chicagoland suburbs.

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During Monday's incident, multiple surrounding agencies responded to assist and Northbrook police said it is currently an active investigation.

In response to the incident, a text message alert was sent at 7:30 p.m. Monday to residents in affected locations, indicating no immediate threat to the public. A community-wide alert was not sent, as Northbrook police determined this to be an isolated incident.

At around 9:40 p.m., an all-clear text message was sent to residents in the affected locations noting the situation was resolved, which indicated that law enforcement resources were no longer focused on the area, according to police.

As a reminder, the Northbrook Police Department is asking residents to report any and all suspicious behavior: "See Something, Say Something." Police said suspicious behavior is sometimes difficult to define, but includes something that is out of place and seems not quite right. Police are reminding residents to utilize their home alarm systems and make sure all their windows and doors are locked, even if only gone for a short period of time.

If residents plan to be away for an extended period of time, they are encouraged to utilize the Police Department’s House Watch Program via the Village website here. Residents are asked to also sign up for emergency notices here.