Video gaming terminal burglaries becoming huge cost to Oak Lawn, other suburbs, police say
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By Olivia Stevens
Published on May 4, 2026.
Three burglaries of businesses with video gaming terminals have been reported in the south and southwest suburbs of Oak Lawn, Illinois, this week. Police are asking for assistance to address this growing issue, which they believe is a growing trend across the northern half of Illinois. The thefts from gaming terminals, which can contain thousands of dollars of cash at a time, can be a regular occurrence. Police have arrested 18-year-old Jermone Baker, who they believe targeted two restaurants within hours of each other. The Illinois Gaming Board is aware of statewide incidents but not responsible for providing security services for security services and investigations. The village has also asked for assistance from the state and local law enforcement agencies regarding these incidents.
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