Police in Carterville are investigating a residential burglary.

It happened Thursday in the 1300 block of Hillside Court.

According to police, the victim encountered the suspect outside of their home around 6:00 AM. The suspect claimed she was visiting someone in the neighborhood. Later that morning, the victim realized items were missing from their vehicle, which was parked inside the garage.

A neighbor’s unlocked vehicle had also been burglarized.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Carterville Police.