Police warn of string of robberies at businesses in Loop, University Village
CHICAGO (CBS) – Chicago police are warning restaurants and other businesses of a string of robberies in the Loop and University Village over the past several days.
In each incident, a lone male suspect armed with a handgun enters the business, approaches a restaurant employee, and announces a robbery, according to a Chicago police alert.
After receiving money from the cash register, the subject flees each location on foot.
The robberies happened at the following locations and times:
- 500 block of West Roosevelt Road on August 19 at 3:50 a.m.
- 500 block of West Roosevelt Road on August 20 at 3:08 a.m.
- 300 block of South State Street on August 20 at 10:25 a.m.
Police released an image of the suspect.
Police also advised residents of what they can do to protect themselves:
- Be aware of this crime and alert nearby businesses.
- Pay attention to any suspicious persons loitering in the area.
- Have and maintain a working surveillance system.
- If video surveillance is available, save a copy of incident for Detectives.
- Call 911 immediately and provide a detailed description of any suspicious persons, including any vehicle description and license plate information.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bureau of Detectives Area 3 at 312-744-8263.
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