VIRDEN — A 28-year-old Virden man faces multiple charges after allegedly breaking into two homes and damaging a police vehicle in the same community.

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Timothy J. Garrison was charged with two counts of residential burglary and one count of criminal damage to government property.

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On September 20, 2025, Garrison allegedly broke into two residences on the same street in Virden with the intent to commit theft.

Additionally, he is accused of damaging a Virden police car by breaking a door handle.

All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

 

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