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Two Men Arrested in Attempted Burglary of Springfield Business

By Mike Wennmacher Dec 17, 2025 | 2:03 PM

Two men were arrested Tuesday night after Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputies interrupted a burglary in progress at a Springfield business.

Deputies responded to Central Illinois Signs and Lights in the 3000 block of Linden Avenue after receiving a report of a burglary in progress.

Upon arrival, deputies observed a broken window and entered the business to search for suspects.

Deputies once inside found two male suspects Jesse W. Myers, 35, of Clearlake Village and Richard J. Beiermann, 27, of Springfield.

Both were arrested and charged with burglary and taken to Sangamon County Jail.