House Burglarized On Earlston Road In Downers Grove
Police say someone broke into the home via the basement door. (Lisa Farver/Patch) DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Someone broke into a home on Earlston Road, s...

Police say someone broke into the home via the basement door. (Lisa Farver/Patch) DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Someone broke into a home on Earlston Road, stealing jewelry and other valuables, according to the most recent Downers Grove police blotter. A resident called police last Thursday to report that they had returned home in the 1300 block of Earlston around 7:15 p.m. to find their safe on the floor. Officers reported that the door to the home's basement had been damaged and was likely forced open. Police say several pieces of jewelry were stolen, including a pearl necklace valued at $1,000.