New photos released of man wanted for theft; considered armed and dangerous

PLEASANT PRAIRIE -- Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office released new surveillance photos on Monday, February 20th of a man who is accused of stealing from his own grandparents in Pleasant Prairie. He is wanted by law enforcement, who said he should be considered armed and dangerous.

The suspect is 20-year-old Edward Becs. The complainants indicated to law enforcement Becs, their grandson, stole $4,600 from them through fraudulent credit card transactions.



When officers were en route to Becs' grandparents' home on 28th Avenue near 116th Street in Pleasant Prairie on Wednesday, February 15th, they learned Becs fled the home with a backpack and gun case.

Investigators learned Becs may have been picked up and taken to the Mount Pleasant area. Mount Pleasant police were notified.

He was last seen wearing a black jacket and Cardinals hat.

Edward Vincent Becs



Officials insist Becs should be considered armed and dangerous. In addition to allegedly stealing from his grandparents, authorities said he has an active warrant out of Probation and Parole.

If you have any information regarding Becs whereabouts, you're urged to contact Pleasant Prairie Police Department at 262-694-7353. Information can be provided anonymously by contacting CrimeStoppers at 262-636-9330 or toll free at 888-636-9330.