January 30, 2025
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Batavia Police investigating liquor store smash-and-grab that led to chase on Randall Road

Suspect evade police after they broke off because of safety concerns

By David Petesch
Geneva smash-and-grab crew early Wednesday were Woof Beach, 1840 Mill St. and the other business was Liquors & Tobacco, 1804 Mill St., where their glass front doors were broken. Both Batavia and Geneva police are investigating.

Batavia Police are investigating the early Tuesday morning robbery of Liquors & Tobacco, 1804 Mill St., and searching for suspect who evaded officers in an "excessive speed" pursuit down Randall Road toward Aurora. (Photo provided by Batavia Police)

Batavia Police are still searching for the burglar who made off with “numerous items” after breaking into liquor store off Randall Road on the city’s west side and leading officers on a high-speed chase.

At approximately 2:10 a.m. on Jan. 28, Batavia Police responded to an alarm for an active break-in and burglary at Liquor & Tobacco, at 1804 Mill St., according to a news release from the Batavia Police Department.

Upon arrival, an officer saw what appeared to be the suspect vehicle exiting the parking lot, according to the release.

Officers pursued the vehicle south on Randall Road, but abandoned pursuit near Orchard Road, due to excessive speeds causing public safety concerns, according to the release.

The front door of the liquor store was found smashed and numerous items and products had been stolen, according to the release.

Detective Sergeant Rich Hall later reported the vehicle was recovered by law enforcement, but the investigation and search for the suspect are still ongoing.

Police are still waiting for an itemized list of items taken, and their value, from the business owner.

Anyone with information about this case should contact the Batavia Police Department. Information should be directed to Detective Sergeant Rich Hall or Deputy Chief Gary LaBarbera at 630-454-2500.

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