Warning Issued After String of South Elgin Home Robberies

Police are warning residents in South Elgin to be extra vigilant after a string of home burglaries on Friday evening.

According to police, four different robberies took place between 4:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Friday. The thieves gained access to the four properties through an unlocked door or window, and stole electronics, U.S. currency, and other items, according to authorities.

The residences impacted were located on:

0-100 block of Pine Court

100 block of East Plum Street

600 block of East State Street

700 block of Robertson Road

South Elgin police are reminding residents to lock their doors and windows when they leave the house, and to keep an eye on any suspicious activity in their neighborhoods.

Anyone with information on the thefts has been asked to contact the Investigations Division of the South Elgin Police Department at 847-741-2151. 

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