Lexington, December 18, 2025
A Lexington man, Jose Alvarado-Mesa, was arrested for breaking into two businesses on Versailles Road and stealing cash registers. The incidents occurred late at night, and the suspect confessed to the crimes when apprehended. He faces charges of burglary and criminal mischief as police continue to investigate the case. This incident adds to the ongoing concern of business burglaries in the area, reflecting a troubling trend.
Lexington Man Arrested for Stealing Cash Registers from Two Businesses
LEXINGTON, Kentucky – A man was arrested after breaking into two businesses on Versailles Road early Tuesday morning, stealing cash registers from both establishments. The incidents occurred around midnight at Liquor Barn and Clamatos Restaurante. Police apprehended the suspect, identified as Jose Alvarado-Mesa, who was seen exiting Clamatos Restaurante and admitted to the break-ins. He was charged with burglary and criminal mischief. An empty cash register was taken from Liquor Barn, but it was not recovered.
Details of the Incidents
The break-ins took place on December 16, 2025, at approximately midnight. Alvarado-Mesa was observed leaving Clamatos Restaurante and confessed to both burglaries. At Liquor Barn, he stole an empty cash register; however, authorities were unable to locate it. The suspect was subsequently charged with burglary and criminal mischief.
Background Information
In recent years, Lexington has experienced several incidents involving business burglaries. For instance, in May 2018, a man was accused of setting his manager’s car on fire and stealing $800 from a business in Lexington.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What were the charges against Jose Alvarado-Mesa?
Alvarado-Mesa was charged with burglary and criminal mischief.
What items were stolen during the break-ins?
Alvarado-Mesa stole cash registers from both Liquor Barn and Clamatos Restaurante. The cash register taken from Liquor Barn was empty and not recovered.
Have there been similar incidents in Lexington?
Yes, there have been previous incidents involving business burglaries in Lexington. For example, in May 2018, a man was accused of setting his manager’s car on fire and stealing $800 from a business in Lexington.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Versailles Road, Lexington, Kentucky |
| Suspect | Jose Alvarado-Mesa |
| Charges | Burglary, Criminal Mischief |
| Items Stolen | Cash registers from Liquor Barn and Clamatos Restaurante; empty cash register from Liquor Barn not recovered |
| Previous Incidents | Similar business burglaries in Lexington, including a May 2018 incident involving arson and theft |
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