CTA Orange Line robbery suspect in custody, police say

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Friday, July 25, 2014
Police: CTA Orange Line robbery suspect in custody
One man is in custody in connection with robberies aboard an Orange Line train last week, Chicago police said.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- One man is in custody in connection with armed robberies aboard an Orange Line train last week, Chicago police said.

The robbers allegedly walked into a train car between the Halsted Street and Roosevelt Road stops and announced a robbery, officials said. Authorities said the two thieves allegedly robbed at least four riders of jewelry, cellphones and other valuables.

Last week, Chicago Police Department released surveillance images of the suspects sought in multiple CTA Orange Line robberies.

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No charges have been filed and police have not released the suspect's name. Police are still seeking another suspect.

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