News Tag: Area Central
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Community Alert – 2nd District – Robberies (P16-1-222)
This alert gives notice to residents in the 2nd District (Wentworth) of robbery related incidents which have occurred during the month of September 2016. In these incidents, three to four offenders have surrounded victims on the sidewalk and have demanded or forcibly removed property. Offenders then fled the area on foot. 18-sep-16-02nd-dist-robberies-p16-1-222-ca
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Community Alert – 2nd District – Robberies (P16-1-221)
This alert gives notice to residents in the 2nd District (Wentworth) of robbery related incidents which have occurred during the month of September 2016. In these incidents, two to four offenders approach victims, and demand/forcibly remove personal property from them. Click here for more information on this Community Alert
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Supt. Johnson Announces Body Camera Expansion throughout CPD
CHICAGO – Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson announced today the expansion of officer-worn body cameras throughout the entire Department over the next two years. The announcement came at the same time as the completion of the initial body camera pilot across seven police districts. Click here for more information on this announcement
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Shooter Arrested and Charged in the Robbery and Shooting of 71-Year-Old Chicago Lawn Man
Antoine Davis was arrested in connection to the robbery and shooting of a 71 year old man, which occurred on the 7000 block of South California Ave. at approx. 12:10 p.m. on September 6th, 2016. Click here for more information on the this arrest
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DUI Saturation Patrol – 12th (Near West) District
The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Strike Force Patrol in the Near West (12th) District this weekend. The DUI Strike Force Patrol will commence at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2016 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 18, 2016. The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt…
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Business Alert – 1st District – Burglaries (P16-1-218)
This alert gives notice to businesses operating in the 1st District (Central) of an increase in burglary related incidents during the month of September 2016. 14-sep-2016-burglary-p16-1-218-1st-district-ba
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Back of the Yards Man Charged with Murder
Victor Vazquez was arrested and charged after being identified as the offender who fatally shot a 44 year old man on the 4500 block of S. Hermitage Ave. on September 5th, 2016 at approximately 4:00 p.m. Click here for more information on this arrest
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Community Alert – 9th District – Burglary (P16-1-212)
This alert gives notice to residents in the 9th District (Deering) of burglary related incidents which have occurred during the month of August 2016. In these incidents, offender(s) gained entry into residences by pushing in the window air conditioner or through the front door and took property from therein. 06 Sep 16 09th Dist Burglary (P16-1-212) CA
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Community Alert – 3rd District – Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child (HZ416255)
On August 28, 2016 between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., an unknown male approached the 5-year-old female juvenile victim and made inappropriate sexual contact with her. 2 Sep 2016 Crim Sex Assault (HZ416255) 3rd Dist CA
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Brighton Park Man Charged with Manslaughter in Death of Bridgeport Man
Phillip M. Levato was arrested after he was identified as the man who caused the death of a 45-year-old male in the 3000 block of S. Normal Avenue on July 22, 2016 at approximately 11:45 p.m. After a verbal altercation, Levato battered the victim causing him to fall and strike his head on the pavement. The victim was transported to Stroger Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Levato turned himself into police custody and he was charged accordingly. No…