More information is coming out concerning the recent break-ins in vehicles in Christian County.  The Christian County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of multiple thefts that occurred in the early morning hours of July 9th, 2022.  Two vehicles with keys left inside of them were stolen from the Timberlake area.  These vehicles were later recovered in the Taylorville area.

Twelve vehicles located in the area between Wilson Acres and Roosevelt Road were entered with two guns, cash, credit cards, handicap placard, cell phones, and keys all stolen. None of the vehicles that were entered were locked.  Police say attempted break-ins to three residences were also noticed but no entry was made since the residences were locked.

Investigators believe that three individuals are responsible for these thefts and attempted break-ins. The Illinois State Police, Crime Scene Investigation, Springfield Police Department, along with the Taylorville Police Department are assisting the Sheriff’s Office with the investigation.  The Sheriff’s Office is requesting anyone with any information concerning these crimes, to call the Christian County Sheriff’s Office at 217-824-4961 or call Christian County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-568-TIPS or 217-824-9100.