In a disturbing incident reported by a vigilant passerby on Christmas morning at 9:20 am, officers responded to a shattered glass front door at Rods 5, located at 680 S Phillips. It was determined that the break-in occurred at approximately 5:40 am.
Surveillance footage reveals an individual smashing the store's window, gaining entry, and swiftly making off with a haul estimated at $1,500. The stolen items include a variety of cigarettes, vapes, and cigars. Additionally, the perpetrator absconded with a cash box containing an undisclosed amount of money. The entire incident, from entry to exit, transpired within a brief three-minute window.
