Hinsdale Police Release Sketch of Burglary Suspect

The following is a release from the :

On Oct. 6 at approximately 1 p.m.,. The 73-year-old female victim reported that a male Hispanic came to her door and advised he was working on a flooding problem in the area. The male suspect entered the residence with the victim and asked her to run her faucets. She lost sight of the suspect within the home, and he then was last seen walking away from the residence. The male suspect left the residence and a short time later the victim discovered that two pieces of jewelry (valued at approximately $2,000) were missing from a jewelry box in her home.

To the right is a sketch prepared with the assistance of the victim. The suspect is a male Hispanic approximately 25 years of age, small build, wearing tan work pants and a white t-shirt. He was described as being approximately 5-foot-4 and 130 lbs. 

As the investigation in this burglary continues, the police department is requesting the assistance of the community to continue being vigilant in the awareness of these types of incidents and to report suspicious circumstances. In particular, residents are reminded to be aware of any person(s) that may appear at their doorstep (or their neighbor’s) wishing to provide a service that had not been requested, asking for someone that does not live there, or is acting like they must be at the wrong address.

The department reminds residents not to allow strangers access into their yard, home or garage. Ruse burglaries are a favorite method of operation for residential burglary. These types of ruse burglaries are often referred to as gypsy scams. In previous instances suspects have posed as utility workers and attempt to create a diversion that allows an accomplice to enter a home during the diversion and commit a burglary.

In addition, residential security systems should be used, if so equipped, when leaving the residence or retiring for the evening.

If you observe behavior that is unusual or suspicious, contact the Hinsdale Police Department by calling 911. It is important to report an accurate description of the person(s) clothing, height, gender, and race. If you observe a vehicle, note the color, make, style, and/or license plate.
If you have information that may assist the police department in this investigation, please contact the Investigations Division at (630) 789-7070.