Police Blotter: More Retail Thefts at Walmart

THURSDAY, MAY 19

Theft at Walmart

Police were called to Walmart, 501 E. Route 30, to investigate a couple of thefts. Kelly Ardan, 21, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft and released on bond after police say she tried to leave the store without paying for about $250 worth of merchandise. Another incident reported at the same time resulted in someone leaving the store without paying for merchandise, though the value of what was taken is unknown.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18

Suspended License

Darrin Burks, 22, of Joliet, was stopped by New Lenox police after they saw him driving without a rear registration light. After pulling him over, police say they discovered Burks was driving with a suspended license. He was given traffic tickets.

MONDAY, MAY 16

Vehicle Burglary

A woman from the 700 block of Joliet Highway in New Lenox told police that someone entered her car and stole credit cards. The police are investigating the incident.

Red Light Runner

Police say they saw Colleen Hynes, 29, of Joliet, disobey a red light at Cedar Road and Route 30. After pulling her over, police discovered that Hynes was driving with a suspended license and didn't have valid proof of insurance.

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