TWIN LAKES, WI — November 11, 2026
The Twin Lakes Police Department has released an extensive update regarding multiple criminal investigations involving Goldenrod City Collectibles, including the August 10 burglary in which approximately $310,000 worth of merchandise was stolen, additional theft allegations involving a former employee, and a separate investigation into fraudulent transactions.
In a media release issued Wednesday, November 11, Twin Lakes Police Chief Katie Hall provided additional details regarding the investigations, including evidence recovered in Illinois, potential connections to burglaries in other states, and the status of individuals previously charged.
Police emphasized that while several of the incidents involve the same business, the investigations are being handled separately, and investigators have not established connections between them.
UPDATE ON $310,000 GOLDENROD CITY BURGLARY
On August 10, 2026, at approximately 2:00 a.m., four masked individuals forcibly entered Goldenrod City Collectibles, located at 120 S. Lake Avenue in Twin Lakes.
The suspects smashed display cases and removed approximately $310,000 worth of Pokémon trading cards, graded collectibles, sealed merchandise, and other property.
The business also sustained approximately $6,000 in property damage.
Following an extensive investigation involving surveillance footage, vehicle tracking information, cellular telephone records, physical evidence, and numerous search warrants, investigators identified five Illinois residents who were subsequently criminally charged in connection with the burglary.
The five individuals and their current statuses are:
- Namon N. Smith — Arrested and currently in custody at the Kenosha County Jail.
- Donald J. Harris — Arrested and subsequently released on bond.
- Steve Harris — Active arrest warrant.
- Jessie M. Williams — Active arrest warrant.
- Travis S. Thomas — Active arrest warrant.
The criminal allegations include burglary, theft of property valued at more than $100,000, possession of burglarious tools, and criminal damage to property. Individual charges vary by defendant.
SEARCH WARRANT EXECUTED IN ILLINOIS — STOLEN MERCHANDISE RECOVERED
Twin Lakes Police provided additional information regarding investigative efforts that extended into Illinois.
During the investigation, officers identified a rental vehicle believed to have been used in the burglary and developed evidence connecting multiple individuals to the incident.
Working alongside Illinois law enforcement agencies, investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in Justice, Illinois.
During that search, authorities recovered evidence associated with the Goldenrod City burglary, including Pokémon merchandise and related items.
Investigators also developed information concerning potentially related burglaries involving collectible stores in other states, including Iowa.
According to the department, the investigation has required extensive coordination and information sharing among law enforcement agencies across multiple jurisdictions.
The burglary investigation remains active.
FORMER EMPLOYEE ARRESTED IN SEPARATE $53,575 THEFT INVESTIGATION
Twin Lakes Police also released additional details regarding a separate investigation involving Allan A. Aguilar, 31, of Kenosha, a former employee of Goldenrod City Collectibles.
On November 3, 2026, the Twin Lakes Police Department received a theft complaint from the owners of BS Collectibles, formerly located at 517 N. Lake Avenue in Twin Lakes.
Investigators determined that Aguilar had been employed by BS Collectibles from March through October 2024.
According to police, between September 7 and October 30, 2024, the business owners transferred approximately $53,575 to Aguilar through PayPal for the purchase of collectible merchandise.
However, the merchandise was never received.
According to the business owners, Aguilar admitted to keeping the funds for personal use.
Rather than immediately contacting law enforcement, the owners initially entered into a repayment agreement with Aguilar.
Police say Aguilar eventually stopped making payments and ceased responding to the business owners, prompting them to report the matter.
On November 7, 2026, Aguilar was located at his Kenosha residence and taken into custody without incident by a Twin Lakes Police officer with assistance from the Kenosha Police Department.
He was transported to the Kenosha County Jail.
One felony count of Theft in a Business Setting, involving property valued at more than $10,000 but less than $100,000, was referred to the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office.
ADDITIONAL $14,975 IN ALLEGED THEFTS DISCOVERED AT GOLDENROD CITY
During the investigation into Aguilar, Twin Lakes Police received additional information regarding suspected thefts during his more recent employment at Goldenrod City Collectibles.
According to the owner of Goldenrod City, Aguilar allegedly took approximately $14,975 worth of Pokémon cards and other merchandise without authorization.
Police say Aguilar’s employment with Goldenrod City was terminated after the alleged thefts were discovered.
As of the November 11 media release, no criminal charges had been filed regarding the alleged thefts from Goldenrod City.
Investigators are continuing to gather additional evidence and information, with criminal charges anticipated pending completion of the investigation and review by the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office.
Twin Lakes Police specifically confirmed that Aguilar has not been identified as a suspect in the August 10 burglary.
Although investigators continue examining whether any connection exists between Aguilar and the burglary, no connection has been established at this time.
FOUR INDIVIDUALS IDENTIFIED IN SEPARATE GOLDENROD CITY FRAUD INVESTIGATION
The department also provided an update regarding a previously reported investigation into fraudulent transactions involving Goldenrod City Collectibles.
According to police, the business was the victim of fraudulent transactions on August 18 and August 20, 2026.
As previously reported in the department’s October 15 media release, investigators identified four individuals in connection with those transactions.
The investigation resulted in the following criminal charges and referrals:
- Allen K. Jones, 31, of Chicago, Illinois — Felony fraudulent use of a financial transaction card.
- Amari D. Brown, 29, of Chicago, Illinois — Felony fraudulent use of a financial transaction card.
- Jalen R. Edwards, 24, of Chicago, Illinois — Felony fraudulent use of a financial transaction card.
- Evan B. Williams, 29, of Chicago, Illinois — Misdemeanor fraudulent use of a financial transaction card.
Police emphasized that this investigation is separate from the August 10 burglary.
No connection between the fraud investigation and the burglary has been established.
MULTIPLE INVESTIGATIONS CONTINUE
The Twin Lakes Police Department acknowledged the significant impact these incidents have had on Goldenrod City Collectibles and the local business community.
Police Chief Katie Hall praised the department’s investigators and the assistance received from other law enforcement agencies.
“I am extremely proud of the dedication and professionalism demonstrated by the members of our department throughout these investigations. These cases have required countless hours of investigative work, extensive coordination with other agencies, and a tremendous commitment from our personnel. I appreciate their hard work and continued dedication to these investigations,” Hall stated.
The department says it remains committed to thoroughly investigating each incident, pursuing credible leads, and working with prosecutors to hold those responsible accountable through the criminal justice system.
Additional information will be released when appropriate and when doing so will not compromise ongoing investigations or criminal proceedings.
Kenosha County Scanner will continue monitoring these investigations, including the outstanding arrest warrants, additional theft allegations, and any future criminal charges filed in connection with these cases.
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