Police News

On Feb. 1, a White or Hispanic male, in the 2600 block of W. North Ave., possibly driving an older model Toyota Camry with four doors, pulled alongside a 13-year-old female and asked for her name, age and if she wanted a ride.

A ceremony honoring six 14th Police District officers on Feb. 1 in Pulaski Park was prompted by the arrest of an armed robber within 12 minutes of the initial call for help. Proco "Joe" Moreno, 1st Ward Alderman, who initiated a Resolution, signed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, made the presentation recognizing the officers for their service.

Updated: Feb. 3

Incident that fits into the pattern of these robberies occurred at Damen and Pierce, Jan. 27, 2012, 5:30 AM.

Reports of offender(s) in custody for these crimes is not correct.

There are to offenders in custody relative to another robbery.

A string of strong armed robberies are occurring in the 14th District which are targeting women walking alone.

In the 1800 West block of Haddon Ave., two teen-age burglars, one male and one female Black, were found in a man's home. They fled outside towards another group of individuals standing outside the home with an adult Black male, holding a shovel. Upon meeting up on the sidewalk, all offenders fled westbound on Haddon Ave.

The 1700 West block of Wabansia was the site on Thursday of at least the eighth strong armed robbery on the near northwest side since December.  Women walking on the sidewalk are the targets and have been robbed of their purses, money and cell phones.

Offender wanted for two armed robberies and one attempted armed robbery. He approaches a person and demands their property.

By 9:30 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 10, at least eight victims of a series of armed robberies targeting seniors in Ukrainian Village were at the Harrison police station about to view a lineup.

In the 1100 block of north Ashland at 3:48 a.m. on Sat., Nov. 5, there was an aggravated battery with a handgun.