2 Men Steal $4,000 In Merchandise From New Lenox CVS: Police

The incident happened on Feb. 9.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

Two men walked into a CVS store in New Lenox, Illinois, filled laundry bags with approximately $3,700 worth of assorted merchandise, and fled without paying, according to police reports.

Why it matters

Retail theft is an ongoing issue that impacts businesses, raises consumer prices, and strains local law enforcement resources. This incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between stores, police, and the community to address such crimes.

The details

New Lenox police were called to the CVS store at 2050 Nelson Road just before 9 p.m. on Feb. 9 for a report of a retail theft. The store manager told police that the two men had walked into the store, filled laundry bags with assorted items, and fled without paying. The manager estimated a total of $3,700 worth of merchandise was removed from the store.

  • The incident happened on Feb. 9, 2026.

The players

New Lenox CVS

A CVS pharmacy store located in New Lenox, Illinois.

New Lenox Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the reported retail theft incident at the New Lenox CVS store.

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What’s next

The incident is under review for further investigation or case closure, according to police reports.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of retail theft and the need for continued collaboration between businesses, law enforcement, and the community to address such crimes and protect local economies.