Chicago police issued an alert Monday night after several robberies involving physical force occurred in August in Grant Park, New Eastside and the Loop.
In each incident, robbers targeted people who were alone in parks and strong-armed them to take gold chains or necklaces, police said.
The reported incidents occurred:
- Aug. 1 about 9:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of South Columbus Drive (Grant Park)
- Aug. 2 about 9:45 p.m. in the 200 block of East Balbo Drive (Grant Park)
- Aug. 11 about 3:44 p.m. in the 300 block of South Columbus Drive (Grant Park)
- Aug. 13 about 5:25 p.m. in the 300 block of East Wacker Drive
- Aug. 22 about 8:43 a.m. in the 0–100 block of East Wacker Drive (Loop)
- Aug. 22 about 8:48 a.m. in the 0–100 block of East Wacker Drive (Loop)
- Aug. 22 about 11 a.m. in the 200 block of East Roosevelt Drive (Grant Park)
- Aug. 29 about 4:12 p.m. in the 100–200 block of East Wacker Drive (Loop)
Police said the robbers include as many as five men and women, ranging in age from 20 to 40 years old.
Authorities are encouraging people to use the buddy system when possible or stick to open, well-lighted areas if walking alone. They also recommended remaining calm if confronted, making note of any unique physical characteristics of attackers, not chasing after assailants who flee and requesting contact information from any witnesses.
Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at 312-744-8263 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com using reference No. P25-3-036A.
