Smash And Grab Last Night At JCPenney - Dumb Burglar?

Smash And Grab Last Night At JCPenney – Dumb Burglar?

Copied!

JCPenny – Pleasant Prairie
(Courtesy Pleasant Prairie Police)

Early this morning PPPD received an alarm at JCPenney. Three suspects smashed the front door and went to the jewelry dept. They made off with some low level jewelry and fled the scene.

Paid Advertisement

“To the overzealous burglar who left his blood on the smashed jewelry case, we say THANK YOU,” said a representative of PPPD. “It is refreshing to see criminals work so hard to assist us in their eventual capture. We’ll be in touch soon.”

Paid Advertisement

Pleasant Prairie Police also sent a big thanks to Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department for assisting. The third shift Deputies assisted Pleasant Prairie Police.

Paid Advertisement

Author

Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

View All Articles

Copied!

LATEST NEWS

County Board Member Inspires Community with Courageous Cancer Battle

February 5, 2025 No Comments

Kenosha, Wis. – Kenosha County Board member Laura Belsky is demonstrating remarkable resilience and inspiring the community as she faces a breast cancer diagnosis with strength and positivity. Her journey, shared candidly on social media, has sparked an outpouring of support and admiration from colleagues, friends, and local leaders. A Personal Journey of Strength In a heartfelt Facebook post, Belsky reflected on her journey, detailing a recent moment of profound transformation. She recounted the emotional experience

Texas Teen Extradited To Wisconsin on Felony Child Exploitation Charges

February 4, 2025 9 Comments

Kenosha, WI – An 18-year-old Texas man has been formally charged in Kenosha County Circuit Court with four felony child sex offenses. Mason Anderson, 18, of Allen, TX, faces three counts of exposing intimate parts to a child and one count of exposing a child to harmful material. His arrest warrant, issued on December 19, 2024, carried a $10,000 bond. After his recent arrest in Texas, Anderson was extradited to Wisconsin, where Court Commissioner William Michel

Kenosha Police Confirm Bradford High School Shooter Threat Was Swatting Hoax

February 4, 2025

Kenosha, WI – The Kenosha Police Department has confirmed that reports of an active shooter at Bradford High School on Monday were the result of a “swatting” hoax, with no credible threat to students, staff, or the public. Authorities responded swiftly to the emergency call, conducting a thorough sweep of the school to ensure everyone’s safety. Following the investigation, police verified that the initial reports of gunfire were false. “The Kenosha Police Department would like to

Manhunt Ends: Kenosha Police Arrest ‘Person of Interest’ in Southside Homicide

February 3, 2025

Kenosha, WI – A tense manhunt in Kenosha has come to an end after authorities located and arrested 41-year-old Justin L. Tercek, the “person of interest” in Monday’s southside homicide. Tercek was taken into custody late Monday night by Kenosha Police after an extensive search that lasted several hours. Homicide Investigation Unfolds On Monday, February 3, 2025, around 11:42 AM, the KPD responded to the 8500 block of 18th Avenue after the homeowner called to report that

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputy Accused Of Misconduct In Viral Video

February 3, 2025

A Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputy is being accused of misconduct in a now-viral video on youtube. The video, posted by “LackLuster,” shows a man driving for DoorDash getting pulled over for giving the Deputy the middle finger, which is a constitutionally protected activity. Deputy Mandujano admits pulling him over for giving him the bird, but then later pivots and blames the stop on driving 10 miles per hour under the speed limit. The driver had a

Kenosha Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For Possession of Child Pornography

February 3, 2025

A 70-year-old Kenosha man, William “Willy” Gregory, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to four counts of possession of child pornography. Originally facing 12 charges, Gregory accepted a plea deal that reduced the number of charges. The sentence was handed down by Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Angelina Gabriele. The case began when Kenosha Police Detective Deates received a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The tip

Kenosha Business Owner Facing Over 100 Years In Prison For Serious Child Sexual Assault Charges

January 31, 2025

A Kenosha businessman is facing multiple felony charges, including child sexual assault, possession of child pornography, and exposing a child to harmful material. If convicted, he could face over 100 years in prison. Erick Mejia-Cruz appeared in Kenosha County Circuit Court on December 2, 2024, where Commissioner William Michel II set his cash bail at $150,000. Mejia-Cruz has been charged with one count of repeated sexual assault of a child, sexual exploitation of a child through

Kenosha Attorney Reprimanded for Misconduct and Misrepresentation

January 31, 2025

Attorney Stephen M. Clubb, a partner at Rizzo & Diersen, S.C., has been publicly reprimanded by the Wisconsin Supreme Court for professional misconduct, including failure to act diligently on behalf of a client and misrepresenting the status of a legal case. Background of the Case Clubb, who has been practicing law in Wisconsin since 2005, was retained in May 2020 by Jane Doe to enforce her rights as a beneficiary of her late mother’s trust. The administration of

Kenosha Police Detective Attempting to Identify Additional Sexual Assault Victims

January 31, 2025

Brandon L. Wilson (24-year-old, Pleasant Prairie resident) was arrested on December 20, 2024 for a sexual assault that occurred in Kenosha. Initially Brandon was charged with 2nd degree sexual assault (force was used), false imprisonment, resisting an officer – causing substantial bodily harm, disorderly conduct, and possession of drug paraphernalia. A search warrant led to 9 additional counts of possession of child pornography/virtual pornography. Today, Detective Daniel DeJonge of the Kenosha Police Department has asked the Kenosha

Kenosha Celebrates 175 Years As A City With A Community Birthday Bash!

January 31, 2025

February 8, 2025, marks a momentous milestone as the City of Kenosha celebrates its 175th anniversary, 1850 – 2025. In honor of this historic occasion, the community is invited to join in a birthday celebration to commemorate the City we all call home. The celebration will take place in the Rustic Road Loft, 5706 Sixth Ave., from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. where residents and visitors will gather to sing “Happy Birthday” to Kenosha and enjoy

City Of Kenosha Announces Transformative Program To Increase Availability Of Affordable Housing And Revive Neighborhoods

January 31, 2025

Mayor David Bogdala has announced the Home Kenosha – Affordable Living, Neighborhood Revival Program, a transformative initiative designed to increase affordable homeownership opportunities and reinvigorate neighborhoods across the city. Due to the growing demand for affordable housing, the program will be administered by a locally approved financial institution. Home Kenosha aims to make homeownership more attainable by leveraging public-private partnerships and targeted investments. “Every family deserves the opportunity to own a home and build a future

Body Of Fisherman Who Went Through Ice In Twin Lakes Recovered

January 31, 2025

A coordinated effort between numerous law enforcement agencies and area fire and rescue departments has led to the successful recovery of the missing 70-year-old ice fisherman from Lake Elizabeth. The incident occurred when a UTV carrying three individuals went through open water. According to the two other men on board, the operator did not realize the water was open in that area and believed it to be water pooled on top of the ice. The other

Authors

15 Responses

Jo Mama says:

February 29, 2024 at 1:07 PM

HAHAHAHA smash ‘n grab MOM JEANS??

Reply
Kala Rowe says:

February 29, 2024 at 3:03 PM

So the police will spend money on DNA testing to identify the culprit/culprits and then the Kenosha DA will plead it down to a misdemeanor even if the bad actors are already out on bond awaiting their next big break. (pun intended)

7

Reply
1. Anonymous says:
  
  March 1, 2024 at 1:00 PM
  
  And give the criminal three years of probation like the high speed chase/Ulta thugs who were just sentenced.
  
  1
  
  Reply
2. Confused citizen says:
  
  March 1, 2024 at 5:56 PM
  
  This is why DAs should have it post a disposition on every case publicly, and explain “why” they gave an easy plea deal. Should be on their webpage for all to see. May embarrass them i to doing their jobs
  
  1
  
  Reply
Crazy for them cones says:

February 29, 2024 at 4:56 PM

Why break into a store that, first of all probably doesn’t have that much “cash” on hand even during a good day, and also has really not a lot of valuable merchandise as well. Aim higher criminals, at least go to the outlet mall!

2

Reply
Been there, done that says:

February 29, 2024 at 5:14 PM

With Josh Kaul’s crime lab, the blood from a burglary will be analyzed sometime in 2032.

8

Reply
1. Bystander A says:
  
  March 1, 2024 at 8:29 PM
  
  And it won’t matter unless they already have a blood sample to match it with.
  
  2
  
  Reply
Anonymous says:

February 29, 2024 at 5:48 PM

DA will excuse these poor souls. Slap on the wrist

3

Reply
Housing sucks says:

February 29, 2024 at 6:08 PM

Pleasant Prairie is becoming a nice high crime area with severely overpriced houses for sale. 600k for a condo in The Cottages wtf for? Nice price tag for a community with shootings, smash and grabs, and all the crime that K town has.

7

Reply
1. Anonymous says:
  
  February 29, 2024 at 9:21 PM
  
  600K barely gets you in one of those now….
  
  Reply
2. Anonymous says:
  
  March 1, 2024 at 11:26 AM
  
  Last night an armed robbery. High taxes and bad crime.
  
  Reply
Anonymous says:

February 29, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Dumb criminals misunderstood the term, “blood diamonds” and thought they could make their own.

1

Reply
Anonymous says:

March 1, 2024 at 12:27 AM

Tthry should have hit the makeup department instead. Much more $$$.

1

Reply
Kala Rowe says:

March 2, 2024 at 8:44 AM

I guess even Baby Mommas need jewelry too…..

Reply
Anonymous says:

March 2, 2024 at 5:09 PM

Betting dollars to doughnuts that itll be da homies from chicago or milwaukee.

Reply