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2 people sought in Chicago Northwest Side burglaries

CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police are searching for two men who burglarized multiple businesses on the city's Northwest Side last month. 

The thefts happened between Sept. 9 and 11 in the early morning hours in Belmont Cragin and Irving Park.

In each of the incidents, the suspects entered targeted businesses and took tools, registers, and a safe. The offenders also attempted to open an ATM at one of the businesses.

Incident Time and Location:

  • 5100 Block of West Diversey Ave on Sept. 9 at 4:50 a.m.
  • 3400 Block of North Pulaski Rd on Sept. 11 at 4:42 a.m.
  • 3400 Block of North Pulaski Rd on Sept. 11 at 5:52 a.m.

The suspects are described as Hispanic and were wearing black ski masks and dark clothing. They were last seen in a dark-colored SUV.

Belmont Cragin burglary suspects
Chicago Police Department

Chicago police are advising the public:

  • Be aware of this crime and alert your neighbors.
  • Install surveillance cameras and ensure that they are functional.
  • Pay special attention to any suspicious people/vehicles loitering in the area.
  • Call 911 immediately and provide a detailed description of the offenders, including any vehicle description and license plate information.

Anyone with information about the incidents is asked to call the Bureau of Detectives – Area Five at 312-746-7394. Anonymous tips can be submitted to cpdtip.com.

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