Several Burglaries, Thefts Reported Over Past Week in Romeoville

The Romeoville Police Department has its hands full with the amount of burglaries and thefts reported over the past week in Romeoville.

Twelve vehicles were reported as having been burglarized on Sept. 11 alone. Some people were lucky enough to not have anything taken, but others had a backpack, change, a laptop, CDs and other items stolen.

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Last week, Romeoville Police Commander John Ferdinardo gave some tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of theft.

Ferdinardo said people can stop crimes from happening by simply locking their car doors or parking their vehicle in the garage if they have one.

“And take out all visible items you might have in your car,” he said. “If someone walks by your car and sees your cell phone, a laptop case or something like that, it gives them more of an opportunity to try to take it.”

For those who are looking to secure their home, Ferdinardo said people should make sure all their doors and windows are locked.

“At night, make sure all your outdoor lights are on,” he said. “I know some people like to turn them off, but it lights your house up and makes it harder for people to sneak around.”

For those who are concerned about the security of their home while on vacation, Ferdinardo said people can sign up at the department to have their home checked on while they’re away.

Below is the full list of thefts and burglaries provided by the Romeoville Police Department:

Sept. 10

A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 0-100 block of Abbeywood. Someone entered the unlocked vehicle and took a cell phone from the auto.

Sept. 11

A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Gorman. Someone entered the unlocked vehicle and went through the auto but took nothing.

Three burglaries to motor vehicles were reported in the 700 block of Echo. Four vehicles were broken into but it appears that nothing was taken from any of the vehicles.

Numerous burglaries to motor vehicles were reported in the 200 block of Hayes. Someone entered several vehicles and took loose change, a wallet and a gym bag from the autos.

A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 0-100 block of Elgin. Someone took a plastic basket from an unlocked vehicle that was parked in the driveway of the residence.

Two burglaries from motor vehicles were reported in the 0-100 block of Elgin. Someone took a backpack from one unlocked vehicle and change from another vehicle.

A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 300 block of Gainsborough. Someone entered the unlocked vehicle and went through the auto but took nothing.

A burglary to motor vehicle was reported in the 300 block of Martingale. Someone entered a vehicle that was parked in the driveway of the residence and took HVAC tools and a laptop with a combined value of $2400.

Two burglaries from motor vehicles were reported in the 300 block of Hemlock. Someone took several compact discs from one unlocked vehicle and a CD and change from another unlocked vehicle.

A theft of motor vehicle parts was reported in the 600 block of Phelps. Someone removed a catalytic converter from a vehicle that was parked in the lot. Estimated value of the part is $225.

A theft under $500 was reported in the 600 block of Honeytree. Someone took a bicycle valued at $40 from the driveway of the residence.

Two burglaries from motor vehicles were reported in the 700 block of Cascade. Someone took a laptop and gym bag with contents from the unlocked vehicles.

Sept. 12

A theft under $500 was reported in the 300 block of Richmond Drive. Someone remove a license plate from a vehicle that was parked in the driveway of the residence.

A theft under $500 was reported in the 200 block of South Highpoint. Someone took a skateboard valued at $200 that was left outside the residence.

Sept. 13

A residential burglary was reported in the 600 block of Glen. Someone broke into the vacant home and spray painted throughout the residence. Doors, cabinets and walls were also damaged. Damage is estimated at $12,000.

Sept. 15

A criminal damage to property was reported in the 300 block of Reston Circle. Someone broke the sliding glass at the rear of the residence. Estimated cost to repair the damage is $200.

A residential burglary was reported in the 200 block of Charleston. Someone entered the residence and took a bicycle, clothing and hand tools from the premises. Estimated value of the items taken is $550.