The Independence Police Department makes an arrest after a burglary investigation.
28-year-old Joe Edward Henderson Jr. has been arrested on charges of burglary and theft stemming from an investigation that was reported to IPD on December 29th. Surveillance footage provided a description of the suspect. The man captured in the footage corresponded with a suspect observed in other surveillance footage related to multiple reported thefts. Henderson Jr. was located just seven blocks from the victim’s residence. He was taken into custody and officers recovered and returned all reported stolen property. Multiple other cases were resolved following the arrest. Henderson is being held on $7,500 bond.
Chief Jerry Harrison says surveillance cameras play a vital role in helping law enforcement solve crime. He says the footage can assist in cases solved more quickly, achieve a higher rate of successful case resolutions and may be used in a court. Police recommend that residents consider purchasing a doorbell camera or other surveillance cameras to assist in deterring crime in their community.
