21 Jan 16 Armed Robbery 4th District _P16-2-001BA_
About This Crime:
• This alert gives notice to residents of the South Shore (004th) District of recent
armed robberies that occurred along 79th Street at CTA bus stops. In each
incident, the victims were awaiting the arrival of a CTA bus when the offender(s)
approached on foot. The offender(s) then proceeded to produce a firearm and
demand the victim’s property.
Location of Occurrences:
• 2000 block of East 79th Street on December 28, 2015 at approximately 5:12 a.m.
• 3000 block of East 79th Street on December 28, 2015 at approximately 12:45
p.m.
About The Offenders:
• The offender(s) were described as:
One to three male black offenders each believed to be 17 to 20 years of age one
of whom was further described as being approximately 6’02”.
Safety Tips:
• Attempt to travel in the company of others
• Be aware of your surroundings and avoid displaying valuables including cellular
devices
• If confronted by the armed offender, attempt to remain calm.
• Call 911 immediately and provide a detailed description of any suspicious people
including any vehicle description and license plate information.
If you have any information about these incidents please call:
Area South Property Crimes at 312-747-8273
