NW Side burglary caught on camera; at least 2 other businesses targeted: Chicago police

Tuesday, October 8, 2024
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police issued a warning about a rash of early morning business burglaries on the Northwest Side.

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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