Local man charged with Christmas burglary

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In the early morning hours of Monday, Dec. 25, local police intercepted a suspect wanted for a Grinch-esque crime.

At 3:22 a.m., Matthew L. Smith, 39, was arrested at 211 W. Washington and charged with burglary. Following the arrest, Smith was transported to the Edgar County Jail.

The Prairie Press is investigating the incident and will provide additional details as they become available.

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