Would-Be Burglar Severely Damages House Door in Highland Park

The latest crime blotter from the Highland Park Police Department covers incidents from February 2-8.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A Highland Park resident reported a burglary attempt at their home on Keats Lane, where a man tried to get in through the side door, severely damaging it. The crime blotter also includes reports of graffiti on an electrical utility box, in a parking garage, and on a residential street, as well as a vehicle with a scratched hood.

Why it matters

The crime blotter provides insight into the types of property crimes occurring in the Highland Park community, which can help residents and local authorities identify patterns and take preventative measures.

The details

According to the police report, on February 2nd at 3:52 p.m., a Highland Park resident reported a burglary attempt at their home in the 1900 block of Keats Lane. The resident told police that a man had tried to get in through the side door, which was severely damaged as a result. The crime blotter also includes several instances of graffiti reported on February 2nd, 4th, and 7th in different locations around Highland Park, including an electrical utility box, a parking garage, and a residential street. Additionally, on February 8th at 4:23 p.m., a vehicle owner reported that the hood of their car had been scratched multiple times while parked on St. Johns Avenue, though the total estimated cost of the damage is unknown.

  • On February 2 at 1:30 p.m., police received a report of graffiti on an electrical utility box at The Lot at 525 Central Ave.
  • On February 4 at 11:30 a.m., police received a report of graffiti in the parking garage at Keshet at 799 Central Ave.
  • On February 7 at 5:09 p.m., a resident reported several instances of graffiti in the 700 block of Burchell Avenue.
  • On February 2 at 3:52 p.m., a Highland Park resident reported a burglary attempt at their home in the 1900 block of Keats Lane.
  • On February 8 at 4:23 p.m., a vehicle owner reported that their vehicle's hood was scratched several times while it was in the 700 block of St. Johns Ave.

The players

Highland Park Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the reported crimes in Highland Park.

Highland Park resident

A homeowner who reported a burglary attempt at their residence on Keats Lane.

Vehicle owner

A person who reported that their vehicle's hood was scratched while parked on St. Johns Avenue.

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The takeaway

The crime blotter highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Highland Park community in addressing property crimes, such as burglary attempts, graffiti, and vehicle vandalism. This information can help local authorities and residents work together to identify patterns, increase security measures, and develop strategies to prevent future incidents and protect the community.