Thief steals $8,700 in jewelry from Arlington Heights home

A thief stole an estimated $8,700 in jewelry from an Arlington Heights home on two occasions, police reports state.

According to police, the offender or offenders entered the residence in the 2800 block of Country Lake Road between Aug. 15 and Nov. 6 without signs of force and removed the jewelry. Among the items reported stolen was a white gold necklace valued at $1,200, white gold/platinum earrings valued at $5,600, an amethyst/gold/diamond necklace valued at $1,000, gold hoop earrings valued at $250 and necklace/earrings/bracelet set valued at $500.

Police said the offender or offenders may have had contracted access to the residence.

Anyone with information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411 (tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.