OREGON — On Thursday, Sept. 14 the Ogle County Sheriff's Office received reports from both the Creston School District and Kings School District of a suspicious person taking pictures from the roadway in front of the schools. The subject was reportedly driving a black Audi. The same vehicle was also observed at a school in a neighboring county. Investigators from the Ogle County Sheriff's Office have identified the vehicle, a black four-door Audi with Indiana registration, and are actively seeking to speak with the driver. On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the individual observed taking pictures outside Creston and Kings Elementary Schools was located. Through the investigation, it was determined the subject was employed by a company to take photos of schools, restaurants, and local amenities for real estate purposes throughout many communities in northern Illinois. All information has been verified and there are no additional concerns with this incident.  

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