Chicago police are trying to find a smash-and-grab crew that has been plowing stolen vehicles into storefronts on the West Aspect to steal sports activities attire and different merchandise.
A video launched by police exhibits one of many burglars reversing a automotive right into a storefront early November 10, shattering glass and window frames, earlier than a white cargo van pulls up. Seven masked thieves pour out of the van and rush inside to seize what they will earlier than fleeing.
Investigators stated the group struck a minimum of twice in two days: round 4:48 a.m. on November 9 within the 4000 block of West Madison Road and round 4 a.m. on November 10 within the 800 block of North Kedzie Avenue.
In each instances, police stated, the thieves rammed a stolen automotive by way of a locked entryway to achieve entry. As soon as inside, they grabbed clothes, sneakers, and different retail items, then fled in one other stolen automobile earlier than officers arrived.
Police described the suspects as Black males between 15 and 19 years previous, weighing 110 to 150 kilos, all wearing black with black masks.
Anybody with details about the crew or the burglaries is requested to contact Space 4 detectives at 312-746-8253 or submit an nameless tip at CPDTIP.com utilizing reference quantity P25-4-026.
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