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5 Aug 2017
This alert updates a notice to citizens residing in the 001st District (Central) of motor vehicle theft incidents during the months of June-July. Unknown offender(s) are finding unlocked autos, or breaking windows to gain access to vehicles and commit a theft. These incidents have occurred during daytime and overnight hours in the general geographical locations listed below:
Incident times and locations:
3000 block of S. Michigan Ave. on 17- 18 June 2017 at 12:00 PM -10:00 PM
2900 block of S. Vernon Ave. on 20 June 2017 at 9:30 AM
2400 block of S. State St. on 26 June 2017 at 2:00PM-9:20 PM
2800 block of S. Prairie Ave. on 25-27 June 2017 at 1:00 PM
3000 block of S. Lake Shore Dr. on 04 July 2017 at 1:46 PM
2800 block of S. Dr. King Dr. on 15-16 July 2017 at 1:00 PM-10:00 AM
2700 block of S. Indiana Ave. on 23 July 2017 at 5:00 PM
2300 block of S. Michigan Ave. on 27 July 2017 at 2:00 AM-8:00 PM

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4 Aug 2017

04 Aug 17 Burglaries 25th District (P17-N-170)

P-17-170 (CA)
August 4, 2017
Bureau of Detectives – Area North
Community Alert
Residential Garage Burglaries
25th District (Grand Central)
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to the residents of the 25th District (Grand Central) of garage
burglaries that have occurred on Beat 2521. In these incidents, unknown offender/offenders
have entered the garage side/service door, and have removed miscellaneous property from
the garage.
Incident times and locations:
• 4800 block of West Diversey, on July 15, 2017 at 7:53pm
• 5000 block of West Fletcher on July 26, 2017 between 9:30am and 10:10am
• 2900 block of North Kilpatrick on July 31, 2017 between 8:30am and 11:00am
About the offenders
In one of these incidents a witness observed two unknown males (possibly Hispanic)
running with bags from their garage.
What you can do:
• Be aware of this pattern crime and alert your friends and family about these crimes.
• Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
• Make sure any alarm systems of security cameras are activated and working properly.
• Pay special attention to any suspicious subjects loitering in the area.
• Call 911 immediately and provide a detailed description of the offender(s), including any
vehicle description and license plate information, as well as direction of flight, if known.
If you have any information, please contact the
Bureau of Detectives – Area North
(312) 744-8263
JA-349482, JA-363969, JA-371004
Reference: P17-N-170

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2 Aug 2017

NEWS RELEASE
Chicago Police Department
Eddie T. Johnson Anthony Guglielmi
Superintendent Chief Communications Officer
312-745-6110 · 3510 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653 · Fax 312-745-6999
For Immediate Release Contact: Office of Communications
August 2, 2017 312-745-6110
DUI SATURATION PATROL –SOUTH CHICAGO (004th) DISTRICT
The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol in the South
Chicago (004th) District this weekend. The DUI Saturation Patrol will commence at 7:00
p.m. on Friday, August 4th, 2017 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 5th, 2017.
The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers
that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place
emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt violations. Police vehicles equipped for
speed detection are deployed to apprehend speeding violators.
In addition, the Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit may also be deployed to allow
officers to expedite the process of charging a person with Driving under the Influence (DUI)
prior to transporting an alleged into the nearest lockup for bonding. The mobile unit also
allows for Individual Recognizance Bonds (I-Bonds) to be issued at the site of the DUI
Saturation Patrol.
The DUI Saturation Patrol conducted in the Wentworth (002th) District on July 28-29, 2017
resulted in the following:
Driving Under the Influence 0
Unsafe Vehicle Violations 9
Seat Belt Violations 7
Insurance Violations 6
Driver’s License Violations 5
Traffic Violations (Other) 19
Total Citations 46
Other Arrests 0
Vehicles Towed 2
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2 Aug 2017

NEWS RELEASE
Chicago Police Department
Eddie T. Johnson Anthony Guglielmi
Superintendent Chief Communications Officer
312-745-6110 · 3510 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653 · Fax 312-745-6999
For Immediate Release Contact: Office of Communications
August 2, 2017 312-745-6110
DUI SATURATION PATROL –HARRISON (011th) DISTRICT
The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Harrison
(011th) District this weekend. The DUI Saturation Patrol will commence at 7:00 p.m. on
Saturday, August 5th, 2017 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 6th, 2017.
The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers
that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place
emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt violations. Police vehicles equipped for
speed detection are deployed to apprehend speeding violators.
In addition, the Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit may also be deployed to allow
officers to expedite the process of charging a person with Driving under the Influence (DUI)
prior to transporting an alleged into the nearest lockup for bonding. The mobile unit also
allows for Individual Recognizance Bonds (I-Bonds) to be issued at the site of the DUI
Saturation Patrol.
The DUI Saturation Patrol conducted in the Near West (012th) District on July 29-30, 2017
resulted in the following:
Driving Under the Influence 0
Unsafe Vehicle Violations 11
Seat Belt Violations 8
Insurance Violations 7
Driver’s License Violations 3
Traffic Violations (Other) 19
Total Citations 48
Other Arrests 0
Vehicles Towed 2
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2 Aug 2017

Bureau of Detectives – Area North
Community Alert
Alert# JA339275
Seeking to Identify – Wanted for Aggravated Battery
019th District (Townhall)
About The Crimes
On July 8, 2017 at 05:03 A.M., an unknown male Asian was involved in an aggravated battery at
the Sheridan Redline Station on the 3900 block of North Sheridan Ave. A 49 year-old male was
knocked down a flight of stairs. The offender followed the victim and repeatedly kicked the
victim in his head. The Victim suffered a broken orbital socket and broken pelvis, along with
multiple bruises and abrasions. The offender boarded at Thorndale and exited at Sheridan.
About The Offender
• The subject is described as Male “Philipino”, 25-35 years, 5’03-5’07/130-160lbs Brown short
parted hair and Olive complexions.
• The offender was wearing a white polo shirt with a dark stripe on the collar, dark pants and
gray shoes.
What You Can Do
• If you recognize the subject in the photo or have any additional information call Area North
Detectives.
If you have any information about this incident,
Please call the Area North Detectives at (312)744-8261
Reference RD# JA-339275

 

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1 Aug 2017

Community Alert

ROBBERY

001st District (Central)  

 About the Crime:

This alert gives notice to citizens residing in the 001st (Central) District of robbery related incidents during the month of July. Unknown Female offender(s) used forced, or threatened the use of force and took unknown amount of USC from a cash register, and personal property from victim(s).

Incident times and locations:

  • 1100 block of S. State St. on 24 July  2017 at 9:25 AM
  • 100 block of N. Wabash Ave. on 28 July 2017 at 4:45 AM

About the offenders:

  • Female(s) Black, 14-16 years old, Between 5’03” and 5’04, 150-205 lbs.

What you can do:

  • Always be aware of your surroundings
  • Report suspicious activity immediately
  • If you are confronted by an assailant remain calm
  • Remember any unique physical characteristics (scars, limp, acne, teeth, etc.)
  • Never pursue a fleeing assailant, provide the information to the police
  • If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
  • Dial 9-1-1 immediately and remain on scene when possible

If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area Central

(312) 747-8384

JA361042, JA367323

(Reference: PATTERN # P17-1-198)

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1 Aug 2017

Community Alert

ROBBERY

1st District (Central)  

 About the Crime:

This alert gives notice to citizens residing in the 1st (Central) District of robbery related incidents during the month of July.  The offender is entering bank branch lobbies and confronting citizens that are using the Automatic Teller Machine (ATM).  There he forces the victim, through threat of violence, to deposit a check into the victim’s account and immediately withdraw $500-$600 USC.  Offender has conducted this act himself, via the victim’s account, if the victim refuses to cooperate. These incidents have occurred during the evening hours in the general geographical locations listed below:

Incident times and locations:

  • 0-100 block of E. Monroe St. on 22 July 2017 at 5:00 PM
  • 0-100 block of S. Dearborn St. on 22 July 2017 at 10:00 PM

About the offenders:

  • Male, Black 35, 5’07 170, short black hair, medium complexion.

What you can do:

  • Always be aware of your surroundings
  • Report suspicious activity immediately
  • If you are confronted by an assailant remain calm
  • Remember any unique physical characteristics (scars, limp, acne, teeth, etc.)
  • Never pursue a fleeing assailant, provide the information to the police
  • If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
  • Dial 9-1-1 immediately and remain on scene when possible

If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area Central

(312) 747-8380

JA359139, JA359455

 (Reference: PATTERN # P17-1-195)

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1 Aug 2017

Bureau of Detectives – Area Central
Community Alert
Burglary
008th District (Chicago Lawn)
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to citizens residing in the 008th District (Chicago Lawn) of
burglary incidents which occurred during the month of July. In these incidents,
offender(s) gained entry into a garage through a side/overhead door and removed
property from therein. The geographical locations of the incidents are listed below.
Incident times and locations:
5200 Block of S. Menard Ave on 12 July, 2017 at approximately 08:00 P.M.
5100 Block of S. Austin Ave on 14 July, 2017 at approximately 12:30 A.M.
5200 Block of S. Austin Ave on 18 July, 2017 at approximately 08:00 A.M.
5400 Block of S. Mulligan Ave on 19 July, 2017 at approximately 12:00 P.M.
5200 Block of S. Natchez Ave on 26 July, 2017 at approximately 06:45 A.M.
5100 Block of S. Austin Ave on 27 July, 2017 at approximately 6:00 P.M.
5200 Block of S. Rutherford Ave on 28 July, 2017 at approximately 03:45 A.M.
Offender Description:
(2) Males, NFD
What you can do:
• Keep the perimeter of your property well lit
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• Keep doors and windows secured
• Immediately repair any broken windows, doors or locks
• If video surveillance is available, save and make a copy of the incident for
investigating detectives.
• Make an agreement with your neighbors to watch each other’s homes for
suspicious activity.
• If you are a victim do not touch anything, call police immediately
• If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area Central
(312) 747-8382
JA-345562, JA-354171, JA-354328, JA357301, JA-363883, JA-366191 & JA-
366576
(Reference: PATTERN # P17-1-203)
Alert P17-1-203CA
August 1, 2017

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