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Crest Hill police search for suspects in cafe break-in and burglary

Suspects in a recent break-in at Stella's Cafe in Crest Hill are seen in this photo captured by security cameras. They were  described as wearing dark clothing, wearing face coverings and gloves.

Crest Hill police are investigating a burglary at a local cafe and gaming place that occurred early Tuesday morning.

Officers responded at around 5 a.m. for a burglary call at the Hill Crest Shopping Center in the 1700 block of North Larkin Avenue, police said.

When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered that Stella’s Place had been entered by force and cash was taken, police said.

The suspects have been described as wearing dark clothing, wearing face coverings and gloves, and the suspect vehicle has been described as a grey Dodge Charger, police said.

The Crest Hill Police Department said this incident is believed to be tied to similar ones in Channahon, Joliet “and possibly several others.”

This surveillance video was released by Crest Hill police.

Anyone with information is to contact Investigations at 815-741-5115. Anonymous tips can be left with Crime Stoppers of Will County at 800-323-6734.

Judy Harvey

Judy Harvey

News editor for The Herald-News. More than 30 years as a journalist in community news in Will County and the greater Chicago region.