Two Teens Arrested for Burglary and Pepper Spray Incident in Evanston

Two teenagers were arrested in Evanston, Illinois, on Thursday, October 19, 2023, for a burglary incident involving the use of pepper spray or bear spray. The incident occurred at Jewel Osco and Whole Foods, both located on Chicago Avenue. The teens were apprehended after spraying the substance inside the stores, causing a disturbance and attempting to steal items.

The exact value of the stolen items has not been disclosed, but the teens were successfully apprehended by the police. No injuries were reported, and the teens were taken into custody without further incident. The police have not released the names of the teens, but they are currently being held pending further investigation. The police are appealing to the public for any additional information that could aid in the ongoing investigation.