Crime & Safety

Former Burr Ridge Teacher Accused of Rape, $20K in Jewelry Stolen: Crime Catch-Up

Check out the latest crime stories out of Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Darien and Burr Ridge.

For those readers interested in keeping up on local crime, Patch has compiled all of the crime stories published this week on the Hinsdale-Clarendon HillsDarien and Burr Ridge Patch sites.

--Former Burr Ridge Middle School Teacher Accused of Raping Student: The new allegation comes shortly after revelations of Spiro Lempesis' sexual relationship with one of his players as a coach at Concordia University.

--Darien Police Warn of Multiple Residential Burglaries in July: Here is some information about the incidents, and how you can keep your home safe.

--Teens Yell the N-Word at Female: Clarendon Hills police reports, July 1-4.

--$20,000 in Jewelry Stolen From Home: Burr Ridge police reports, June 14.

--Man Found With Cannabis During DUI Arrest: Hinsdale police reports, June 27-July 7.

--Woman Sent to Hospital After Being Pushed During Walk: Hinsdale police reports, July 3-8.

--Darien Man Arrested for Stealing from Coast Guard: Andrew Speropoulos is being charged with felony theft for allegedly stealing several pieces of electronic equipment from the Coast Guard Station in Wilmette.

--Honda Civic Stolen From Owner's Driveway: Burr Ridge police reports, June 13.

--DuPage DUI Arrests, July 7 Edition: Get the details in this week's roundup.

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