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Crime of the Week: Help needed solving recent Springfield burglary

Crime of the Week:  Help needed solving recent Springfield burglary

Can you identify this suspect in a recent burglary in Springfield? Photo: Contributed, Saga Communications/Crime Stoppers of Sangamon and Menard Counties


Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to a burglary that occurred at Prairie Telecom, 1900 Moffat, in Springfield.

On September 16, 2025 in the overnight hours, video shows a middle aged, bald, white male with facial hair approach the business on a bicycle. The male suspect gained access to the business by cutting a chain link fence and causing over $2,000 in damage.  Once inside, the suspect stole tools, wiring and other material.

An image of the individual can be found above. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on our website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2,500.

Remember: Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

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