Executive Summary
- The robbery occurred at 1:15 a.m. Wednesday near Kinzie and Morgan Streets in West Town.
- Three armed suspects approached a 28-year-old man and stole his property.
- The offenders fled northbound in a gray SUV; no injuries were reported.
Chicago police officials have launched an investigation into an armed robbery reported early Wednesday morning in the West Town neighborhood, where three assailants allegedly accosted a pedestrian.
According to the Chicago Police Department (CPD), the incident occurred at approximately 1:15 a.m. near the intersection of West Kinzie Street and North Morgan Street on the city’s Northwest Side. Authorities stated that a 28-year-old man was standing outside when he was approached by a gray SUV.
Investigators report that three suspects, who were armed, confronted the victim and forcibly took his property. Following the robbery, the suspects reportedly fled the scene northbound on North Morgan Street in the vehicle. Police confirmed that the victim did not sustain any physical injuries during the encounter.
Investigative Outlook
As of Wednesday evening, no individuals were in custody regarding the incident. Detectives are currently working to identify the suspects and the vehicle involved, likely reviewing surveillance footage from the surrounding area. This case highlights the continued challenge of addressing robbery crews that utilize vehicles to target pedestrians and rapidly evade law enforcement.
