The Arrest of Four Teenagers in Chicago
Four teenagers in Chicago are facing felony charges following an attack on the CTA Orange Line. The incident took place last week, and Chicago police made arrests on July 17th. The suspects include two girls, ages 11 and 15, and two boys, ages 14 and 16. They were apprehended in the 7000 block of S. Cottage Grove.
Details of the Assault
The teenagers are accused of assaulting a 63-year-old man on a train near LaSalle and Van Buren on July 8th. During the altercation, they allegedly stole the man’s debit card. The severity of the assault led to the charges of felony against the teenagers.
Community Assistance and Investigation
In their search for the suspects, the Chicago Police Department released a flyer with security photos of eight of the 10 to 12 offenders involved in the incident. This proactive approach from law enforcement aims to involve the community in identifying and locating all individuals responsible for the attack. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to leave an anonymous tip at cpdtip.com.
The swift action taken by law enforcement in apprehending the teenagers demonstrates their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of public transportation in Chicago. By working together with the community, the authorities are sending a strong message that criminal behavior will not be tolerated.
