07-05-2025
Evicted tenant accused of breaking into his former Rockford residence
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Jordan Bickler, 24, for allegedly breaking into his former residence that was condemned due to a fire.
The landlord told authorities she believes Bickler was responsible for the fire, according to court records.
On May 5, around 10:30 a.m., officers were called to the 1000 block of Harlem Boulevard for reports of property damage. Police found Bickler walking on Main Street and took him into custody.
Jordan Bickler. Photo: Winnebago County Jail
The owner of the home told officials the suspect was still living in the home even though he was evicted on December 21, 2024. When asked about a structure fire that happened on April 28, Bickler smirked, the landlord told authorities.
A tenant alerted the owner that Bickler was still living on the second floor of the unit and had caused damage to the house by forcing his way into the residence.
Officers were shown four separate door frames with significant damage, according to court records.
Bickler is charged with criminal trespassing to a residence and criminal property damage.
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