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23 September 2026

This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information to help the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual in reference to a theft.

On September 17th, 2026, around 3:30 am a white male was seen on video climbing a ladder onto the roof of PITA or Bowl, 848 E South Grand, Springfield. Once on the roof the suspect began messing with the air conditioning units. A short time later the suspect dropped a large item off the roof. Damage to the units is believed to be over $10,000.00

Images of the individual can be found on this website at cashfortips.us. Anyone with information regarding this incident, or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website or use the P3 app.

If your tip results in an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500.

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

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