Chicago police arrested a suspected burglar early Monday morning after he broke into LensCrafters located along Michigan Avenue. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. when the suspect smashed the front-glass door to gain entry into the store at 225 N. Michigan Ave. Once inside, the suspect started stealing merchandise before being apprehended by officers who responded to the scene.
The suspect, whose identity has not been released, is currently in custody, and charges are pending. No further details about the incident have been provided by authorities at this time.
The burglary at LensCrafters is just one among a string of recent break-ins that have occurred in the area. As businesses struggle to cope with the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, property crimes like burglaries have been on the rise in many cities, including Chicago.
This incident serves as a reminder to business owners to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their establishments from potential criminal activity. It also highlights the importance of law enforcement’s swift response in apprehending suspects and preventing further theft and damage. Thankfully, in this case, the suspect was swiftly taken into custody before causing extensive harm to the store or its employees.
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