Crime & Safety

Chicago Police Issue Alert Of Multiple Armed Robberies, Carjackings On South, Near West Sides

Police said the armed offenders, driving vehicles taken in carjackings, would enter retailed businesses and demand property.

(CBS Chicago)

Updated on: January 7, 2025

CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police issued an alert Monday afternoon after multiple armed robberies and carjackings were reported over the weekend.

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The incidents happened on Saturday in the Chatham, Little Italy, and Auburn Gresham neighborhoods.

Police said the armed offenders, driving vehicles taken in carjackings, would enter retailed businesses and demand property.

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