City of Wheaton, IL
09/29/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/29/2025 12:54
Suspect Arrested in Identity Theft Investigation
The Wheaton Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect in an identity theft investigation that targeted multiple victims in Wheaton and the DuPage County area. Mark Wrendina, 56 years old, of Lombard, Ill., was taken into custody following an extensive investigation conducted by the Wheaton Police Department. The suspect is alleged to have used stolen personal information to open fraudulent accounts, make unauthorized purchases, and access sensitive financial data of more than 30 victims.
The arrest follows a multi-year investigation that was launched in August of 2022. The extensive criminal investigation involved search warrants and subpoenas executed at the suspect's residence and various financial institutions.
On Sept. 23, 2025, a DuPage County Grand Jury indicted the alleged offender on 16 felony counts, including continuing financial crimes enterprise, identity theft, financial institution fraud, theft, forgery and possession of child pornography. A warrant for his arrest was subsequently issued.
On Sept. 25, 2025, Wheaton Police Detectives took Wrendina into custody. He was transported to the DuPage County Jail and on Sept. 26, 2025, he was released from custody. His next court date is Oct. 20, 2025.
"The Wheaton Police Department is committed to protecting our community and holding those who exploit others for personal gain accountable for their actions," Wheaton Police Chief Princeton J. Youker said. "I would like to thank State's Attorney Robert Berlin's office for their assistance throughout the investigation and our detectives for their diligent efforts in this extensive financial crime investigation."
Mark Wrendina
Notice to Public: The public is reminded that a complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendant's guilt. Constitutionally, a defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government's burden to prove his or her guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
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