Masked Suspects Caught on Camera in Attempted Car Burglary

Five people wearing masks were caught on security video breaking into a car in the northwest suburbs of Mount Prospect.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:21pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car door handle or lock mechanism, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the investigation of a suburban car break-in attempt.Security camera footage captures the attempted break-in of a suburban car, exposing the need for vigilance against property crimes.Mount Prospect Today

Five people wearing masks were caught on security video breaking into a car in the 1700-block of East Camp McDonald Road in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The victim noticed someone had tampered with her Chevrolet Camaro when she went out and the door was stuck and unable to open. Surveillance video shows two vehicles pulled up, and five people wearing masks approaching the car, with two of them appearing to be holding handguns.

Why it matters

Car break-ins and thefts are an ongoing issue in many suburban communities, with criminals often targeting vehicles for valuables or to steal the car itself. This incident highlights the need for vigilance and security measures to protect against such property crimes.

The details

According to the police, the incident occurred around 5:20 a.m. on Tuesday. The victim reported that nothing was missing from her car, but the door was tampered with and stuck, indicating the suspects were attempting to break into the vehicle. The surveillance footage shows two vehicles pulling up and five masked individuals approaching the car, with two of them appearing to be holding handguns.

  • The incident occurred around 5:20 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Mount Prospect Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the attempted car burglary.

Victim

The owner of the Chevrolet Camaro that was targeted by the masked suspects.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information is urged to contact Mount Prospect police.”

— Mount Prospect Police

What’s next

The police are currently investigating the incident and are asking the public for any information that could help identify the suspects.

The takeaway

This attempted car burglary highlights the ongoing need for suburban communities to remain vigilant and take measures to protect their property, such as installing security cameras and reporting suspicious activity to the authorities.