Geneva police are investigating a rash of car burglaries reported early Thursday morning. Nearly 20 vehicles were reported burglarized.
In a press release, police indicated the burglaries occurred at the following locations:
- Andover Lane
- Bedford Lane
- Bridgeport Lane
- Brookfield Lane
- Greenwich Lane
- Normandy Lane
- Sheffield Lane
- Southampton Court
- Southampton Drive
- Williamsburg Avenue.
Officers responded to the area and identified a possible suspicious vehicle, a white 1999 Ford Explorer, bearing Illinois license plate registration ET97912. The vehicle fled from the area when officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Due to a department policy prohibiting pursuit when only a property crime is involved, officers did not chase the fleeing vehicle.
Investigators are working to locate the Ford Explorer and to identify the driver. Residents who have information, including doorbell or security video footage, are encouraged to call the Geneva Police Department at 630-232-4736.
In the press release, the Geneva Police deparment reminded residents about the dangers of leaving valuables inside their vehicles overnight, especially with the doors unlocked and requested that anywone witnessing any suspicious activity contact the Geneva Police Department by calling 911. Police are able to respond quicker when information is conveyed in a timely manner, which may be the key to solving a crime.
