Home Invader Sentenced to 20 Years After Confrontation with Residents

Chicago man broke into Naperville home, was detained by occupants until police arrived

Jan. 27, 2026 at 8:23pm

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A 28-year-old Chicago man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for breaking into a Naperville home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting. Adam Stone was confronted and detained by several men inside the home before being removed, and later threw bricks at the home and vehicles, leading to his arrest.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of residents feeling safe and secure in their own homes, and the consequences that can result from violent home invasion crimes. The lengthy sentence sends a strong message that such behavior will not be tolerated in DuPage County.

The details

According to authorities, around 4 a.m. on August 6, 2022, Adam Stone broke into the Naperville home through a basement window while his ex-girlfriend was visiting. He was confronted and detained by several men inside the home before being forced outside. About 15 minutes later, Stone threw a landscape brick through the front window and additional bricks at vehicles in the driveway. Naperville police arrived and found Stone being held down by several men outside the residence.

  • On August 6, 2022, Stone broke into the Naperville home around 4 a.m.
  • About 15 minutes after being removed from the home, Stone threw bricks at the home and vehicles.

The players

Adam Stone

A 28-year-old Chicago man who was found guilty of two counts of home invasion after breaking into a Naperville home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting.

Robert Berlin

The DuPage County State's Attorney who announced Stone's 20-year prison sentence.

Margaret O'Connell

The judge who presided over Stone's two-day bench trial and found him guilty.

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What they’re saying

“We all have the right to feel safe and secure in our homes. Our homes are our sanctuaries that provide us with safety and security and when Mr. Stone broke into the victim's home, he not only shattered the feeling of security the homeowners previously enjoyed, he also set an entire community on edge.”

— Robert Berlin, DuPage County State's Attorney (cwbchicago.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Adam Stone out on bail pending his appeal.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious consequences that can result from violent home invasion crimes, and the importance of residents feeling safe in their own homes. The lengthy 20-year sentence sends a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated in DuPage County.