Police warn of 2 armed carjackings

SHARE Police warn of 2 armed carjackings
cpd4_e1531209802747.png

Police are warning residents of two aggravated carjackings this week in the Greektown and Fulton River District neighborhoods.

In one of the incidents, a valet driver was parking a vehicle when two men approached. The men showed a gun, hit the driver, stole his phone and then stole the vehicle, Chicago Police said.

In the other incident, a person parked their vehicle and was then approached by five men. One of the men showed a gun and then they all got into the vehicle and drove off, police said.

The carjackings happened at 12:04 a.m. Sunday in the 800 block of West Adams Street and at 6:49 p.m. on July 3 in the 700 block of West Fulton Market.

The carjackers were described as men in the 20s or early 30s, police said.

Anyone with informations is asked to contact Area Central detectives (312) 747-8380.

The Latest
A news release from NU Educators for Justice in Palestine, Student Liberation Union and Jewish Voice for Peace said the camp is meant to be “a safe space for those who want to show their support of the Palestinian people.”
Powerhouse showcase is part of a weekend of music events planned for Grant Park’s Festival Field great lawn, which also features previously announced sets by Keith Urban, the Chainsmokers, the Black Keys and Lauren Alaina.
Last year, Black and Brown residents, Muslim Americans, Jewish Americans, members of the LGBTQ+ community and others were targeted in hate crimes more than 300 times. Smart new policies, zero tolerance, cooperation and unity can defeat hate.
The city is willing to put private interests ahead of public benefit and cheer on a wrongheaded effort to build a massive domed stadium — that would be perfect for Arlington Heights — on Chicago’s lakefront.
Following its launch, the popular Mediterranean restaurant is set to open a second area outlet this summer in Vernon Hills.