Walworth County attempted break-in, police seek suspect
Suspect in attempted break-in (Courtesy: Fontana Police Department)
WALWORTH COUNTY, Wis. - Fontana police are trying to identify a masked suspect who they said tried to break into a gas station early Wednesday morning, July 30.
What they're saying:
It happened just after midnight. Police said the suspect used a small-caliber handgun or air pistol to break a glass window at the Shell on Valley View Road.
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The suspect appeared to be wearing all black or dark clothing and a clown-type mask. The suspect also had a backpack.
Similar incidents have been reported in neighboring communities, according to police. Fontana, located between Williams Bay and Walworth, is on the western end of Geneva Lake.
What you can do:
Anyone with information about the attempted break-in or the suspect is asked to email Inv. Aaron West or call 262-275-2275. To remain anonymous or be eligible for a cash reward, you can submit an online tip to Walworth County Area Crime Stoppers.
The Source: Information in this story is from the Fontana Police Department.