B&E Suspects Caught on Camera – Oak Park Police Ask Public to Help Identify
A homeowner on the 21900 block of Eastwood Avenue reported to the Oak Park Public Safety that on the evening of Nov. 19, 2023 their Ring Camera recorded four Black male suspects in the backyard of their vacant, but recently renovated, property. The suspects were originally recorded in the backyard of the property and then one suspect was later recorded removing and stealing the Ring Camera.
The camera was able to capture a face shot of a suspect and the Breaking and Entering.
In addition to stealing the camera, the suspects also stole the furnace, stove, hot water heater and refrigerator located on the property.
“The Oak Park Department of Public Safety is aware that there has been a recent increase in the number of home invasions that have occurred in our community within the past couple of weeks,” said Public Safety Director Steve Cooper. “Please know that we have increased our patrols throughout the neighborhoods and will continue to work diligently to apprehend the perpetrators responsible for these incidents.”
The Oak Park Investigation Bureau is actively investigating this incident and asks that anyone who recognizes the suspect or has any information regarding this case contact the Oak Park Public Safety Investigation Bureau (248) 691-7511 or (248) 691-7517.
The Oak Park Public Safety Department also urges homeowners to be vigilant of their property being keeping home and vehicle doors locked and security systems employed.
