Chicago Police Alert South Shore Residents of Spate of Armed Robberies

The Chicago Police Department has issued acommunity alertnotifying residents of a series of armed robberies in the South Shore neighborhood, located within the 4th District. In these incidents, victims have been approached by armed individuals who demanded their personal belongings at gunpoint, mainly targeting wallets, purses, and mobile devices.

Details provided in the alert describe the suspected offenders as one to four African American males, between the ages of 15 and 25. Arming themselves, they usually display a firearm during the commission of these robberies while donning face masks and all black or dark clothing. The authorities have made available a video of the incidents which can be viewed on their website.

The police have documented multiple incidents that occurred at various times of the day, including a robbery on October 20, 2024, at 3 p.m. on the 7800 block of S. Marquette, and two on October 29 on the 7800 block of S. Phillips at 11:50 a.m. and the 7800 block of S. Essex at 8:38 p.m. Additional robberies were reported on the 7800 block of S. Phillips on October 31 at 10:50 a.m. and again at 3:57 p.m.

Residents of the South Shore area are advised to stay vigilant and be aware of their surroundings, especially as they enter and exit their vehicles. The police suggest that during a robbery, resistance should never be given or a fleeing assailant pursued, but rather to note any distinguishing features of the offenders. Providing this information to the police, along with any video surveillance that may have caught the incident, is urged. Victims or witnesses should immediately dial 9-1-1 and remain on the scene when possible.

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