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MISSING GIRL: Velia Flores, 17, Disappeared From Cicero; Two Burglars Later Stole TVs From Her Home

January 14, 2020 / 4:40 PM CST / CBS Chicago

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CHICAGO (CBS) -- Authorities in west suburban Cicero are searching for a 17-year-old girl who has been missing for more than a week, and believe her disappearance might be connected to a burglary in her home on the same day she vanished.

These two incidents may be connected. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Posted by Cicero Police Department, Illinois on Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Police said Velia Flores went missing from her home on Jan. 6.

Later that day, around 5:35 p.m., two burglars stole various items from her home, including two large flat-screen TVs and a modem, after using her keys to get inside, police said.

Ring doorbell video recorded two burglars entering a home in Cicero on Jan. 6, and stealing several items, after a 17-year-old girl had gone missing from the same home. Police said it appears the burglars used her keys to get inside. (Source: Cicero Police)

The burglars were caught on Ring doorbell video. Police said they fled the scene in a black sedan, of an unknown make and model.

Anyone who sees Velia, or recognizes the burglary suspects, should call Cicero detectives at 708-652-2130, or submit an anonymous tip at www.thetownofcicero.com/submit-a-tip

Velia Flores, 17, has been missing from west suburban Cicero since Jan. 6, 2020. (Source: Cicero Police)