Urgent Alert: 10 Businesses Burglarized in Chicago’s Neighborhoods

BREAKING: Chicago police have issued an urgent alert regarding a wave of 10 business burglaries reported across multiple neighborhoods this month. The alarming incidents have occurred in areas including Avondale, Edison Park, Norwood Park, Near West Side, South Loop, Near South Side, Loop, West Loop, West Ridge, and Lakeview.

Authorities confirm that some burglaries happened just minutes apart, indicating a coordinated effort by the suspects. In each case, two to four individuals armed with a pry tool or crowbar broke through the glass doors of businesses before ransacking the interiors for valuables.

One particularly shocking incident occurred on Saturday morning when a deli owner in Edison Park confronted the thieves. The suspects brandished a gun, creating a terrifying situation for the owner and his family.

Police report that the burglars frequently use a stolen gray or silver Infinity four-door sedan as their getaway vehicle. The suspects are described as two men aged between 20 and 30 years, often spotted wearing dark-colored hooded sweatshirts, sweatpants, and ski masks.

Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying these criminals. If you have any information, please contact Area Three detectives at 312-744-8263 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com, referencing # 25-CWP-034.

Police urge local business owners to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The urgency of this situation cannot be overstated, as community safety is at stake. With burglaries on the rise, residents are encouraged to stay alert and informed.

Stay tuned for updates as law enforcement intensifies their investigation into this troubling spree of burglaries across Chicago. Your awareness and prompt action could be key in apprehending these suspects and restoring safety to our neighborhoods.