Overview
- Arlington Heights police say they received at least five reports between Saturday and Monday, all occurring late at night while residents were home or asleep.
- Doorbell video provided by a resident captured one incident that police described as disturbing, with participants violently and repeatedly kicking a front door.
- Some homes sustained damage that required professional repair, and officials said residents’ sense of safety was significantly impacted.
- The department issued a Facebook community safety alert on Monday urging parents to talk with their children about the dangers and consequences of the trend.
- Authorities note the behavior has surfaced in other suburbs and across the U.S., warning of potential felony charges and the risk of medical or armed responses.