The crimes happened in Wicker Park and Avondale. Police released video of one of the incidents.
Police say two men use a crowbar to pry open the back door and then steal cash from the registers, along with other items.
Then, they get away in a white Hyundai SUV with no front plate.
NW Side burglary caught on video; 2 other businesses targeted: CPD
Suspects are described as 18-40 years old and wear dark clothing.
The burglaries happened at the following times and locations:
- 1500-block of North Milwaukee Ave. on Sept. 4 at 2:30 a.m.
- 1700-block of North Milwaukee Ave. on Sept. 4 at 1:17 a.m.
- 2900-block of North Elston Ave. on Sept. 4 at 4:42 a.m.
Police asked anyone with information to call them at 312-746-7394.
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