Chicago Man Sentenced for Chinatown Home Burglary
A man shot during a 2022 Chinatown home burglary received a two-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to residential burglary.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Property Crime
A Chicago man was sentenced to two years in prison for a residential burglary in Chicago's Chinatown after pleading guilty before Judge Jennifer Coleman. He was awarded 207 days of credit for time served in the Cook County Jail.
Why it matters
The case shows how a single burglary can carry consequences across multiple jurisdictions, with the same man separately sentenced to six years in Lake County for a 2022 residential burglary. It also underscores the legal outcomes that follow when a homeowner's confrontation with an intruder ends in gunfire.
The case is concluded, with the defendant sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to residential burglary. The defendant received 207 days of credit for time served, and the report does not indicate whether any further proceedings are pending.
The players
Cook County Circuit Court
The Cook County Circuit Court is the trial court system for Chicago and surrounding Cook County, Illinois, handling felony cases including residential burglary.
Judge Jennifer Coleman
Judge Jennifer Coleman is a Cook County judge who presided over the guilty plea and sentencing in the Chinatown burglary case.
The details
The burglary occurred on October 3, 2022, in the 300 block of West 24th Place, where police recovered a PlayStation, Yeezy slippers and an Apple iPod from the garage. The homeowner, who held a concealed carry license, shot the intruder once in the abdomen, and the man was later charged with residential burglary.
Timeline
October 3, 2022: Residential burglary and shooting occur in the 300 block of West 24th Place, Chicago.
June 2023: The defendant stops appearing in Cook County court.
June 2025: The defendant is arrested in Aurora for aggravated battery to a government employee.
Last week: The defendant is sentenced to six years in Lake County for a 2022 residential burglary.
Legal Context
Residential burglary in Illinois is prosecuted as a felony under state law, and sentences in Cook County follow the statutory range for that offense. This case reflects how repeat offenses across county lines can lead to separate sentences in different jurisdictions.
Residents of Chinatown and nearby blocks may see continued attention to residential security as property crimes are prosecuted. Homeowners considering protective measures can review local safety resources for guidance on locking windows and doors.
The takeaway
Securing second-floor windows and side doors can reduce the risk of an unlawful entry into a home. Residents can also keep valuables out of plain view to deter break-ins.
Further reading
For more on local break-ins and property offenses, see our Property Crime coverage in Chicago.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CWB Chicago.
