Waukegan man charged in Antioch thefts

ANTIOCH -- A 23-year-old Waukegan man has been charged in connection with thefts from vehicles and garages in the Red Wing subdivision, police said.

Antioch Police were notified that someone had entered vehicles and garages in the Red Wing subdivision on the afternoon of Dec. 8, according to a news release. One victim’s credit cards were later used in the Lake County area, where investigators captured video surveillance that matched surveillance from the Red Wing subdivision.

Jose Tobias, of Waukegan, has been charged with residential burglary (Class 1 felony); two counts of identity theft (Class 3 felony); and two counts of unlawful use of a credit card (Class 4 felony).

Tobias was arrested Dec. 17 by Waukegan Police officers.

Antioch Police Chief Guttschow reminds residents of the importance of proactive measures to safeguard their property, especially during the holiday season.

“Antioch is a safe community, but we must remain vigilant, as no community is immune to criminal activity such as these incidents,” Guttschow said in the release. “We continue to urge residents to take precautions such as locking doors, securing valuables, and reporting suspicious activity. These simple steps can greatly reduce the risk of becoming a crime victim. While our officers are actively patrolling and working to deter crime, we rely on the partnership of our community to help keep Antioch safe.”

Collaboration between the Antioch and Waukegan Police Department’s played a crucial role in bringing this case to a successful resolution, according to the release.