Police Blotter: Theft Attempt, Adventures in Backyard Camping

"Readers are reminded that an arrest by the police does not constitute a finding of guilt, and that the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty," according to a statement from police Cmdr. Michael Fujara. All information comes directly from police reports.

Sept. 1  
Criminal Damage to Vehicle - A rock was thrown at a car’s windshield at 9302 Washington St., causing a crack. 

Sept. 3
Sticky Fingers - A Illinois registration sticker was removed from the rear license plate of a car parked at 8220 Mango Ave.

Sept. 4
Damage to Vehicle - A vehicle was damaged at 8523 Georgiana after unknown offender(s) used a sharp object to make a scratch on the passenger door during the overnight hours.

Sept. 4
Damage to Vehicle
In another incident at 8523 Georgiana Ave., unknown offender(s) used a sharp object to make a scratch on the passenger door during the overnight hours.

Aug. 24
Failed Car Theft - During a failed attempt to steal a vehicle at 5722 Lyons St., unknown offender(s) smashed the rear passenger window and then peeled the steering column back.

Aug. 26
At Least it Wasn’t an R.V. - Two offenders slept in a tent in the victim’s back yard located at 5701 Warren Ct. The victim did not want to sign complaints.