Mugging Suspects in Custody

According to The Chicago Sun-Times, two men, one woman are in custody for a mugging that took place Thursday morning in the South Loop. Thursday's mugging was one of a series of recent robberies in the area.

The three suspects were arrested in different locations after fleeing the scene of the crime. Police had the license plate of the car they used, plus good physical descriptions of the three.

Robbery victims were not injured or badly hurt, but were knocked to the ground and robbed, several in broad daylight.

UPDATE: Three people have been charged in the recent strong-arm crimes in the South Loop according to a post at the Chicago Tribune Web site Friday at 8:51 p.m.

South Loop Mugging Update

The following police report was passed along by the Prairie District Neighborhood Watch (PDNW). Please be on the alert when walking in and around the neighborhood.

Community Alert : Wanted for Strong Arm Robbery1st District

About This Crime
In these incidents, offenders exit a vehicle, approach the victims
from behind, knock them to the ground and take their valuables.  These
robberies have occurred within the following area:  from Roosevelt Rd.
to 18th St. and between Prairie Ave. and Michigan Ave.

About The Offenders
• Three to four male black offenders, 18 to 25 years old, 5'10" to
6'01" tall, 140 to 200 lbs., wearing dark clothing
• A female black, 16 to 19 years old, 5'08" to 5'10" tall, 120 to 130
lbs, has accompanied the offenders in at least one of the incidents

What You Can Do
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Travel in groups
• Do not display I-Pods, cell phones or anything of value as you are
walking
• Contact the Chicago Police Department if you observe suspicious
activity at 911 or contact the Area 3 Robbery/Burglary/Theft Crimes
Unit

If you have any information about this incident,
Please call the Area 3 Detective Division at (312) 744-8263

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South Loop Roundup

Alert
The recent mugging on S. Indiana Ave. on Saturday afternoon has given some of us pause. We need to remember Chicago is a big city and that we should always be alert. The South Loop is a safe neighborhood, but we’re not immune to crime. Muggers have been targeting people walking alone, carrying shoulder bags, backpacks, and brief cases. Several of those attacked were preoccupied with cell phones, iPods, and so on. The take-away from these recent incidents is to be aware of your surroundings at all times. Don’t assume that daylight + tree-lined street = safety. If you can, it’s always best to walk, run with a buddy.

Free Concert

Don’t forget the free band concert tonight at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens, 1827 S. Indiana Ave. performed by VanderCook College of Music's Graduate Band. Family Drum Circle will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the concert at 7 p.m.

Storm
We have had some pretty crazy weather this spring/summer and yesterday was no exception. The morning storm came in fast and furious, doing some damage in the city and suburbs. The awning at Zapatista’s on Wabash took a big hit.




Donna’s Café Presents Live Jazz this Friday
Donna’s Café at 1255 S. State will be offering live jazz music, featuring The Randy Ford Trio, this Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. No cover, BYOB with $5 minimum purchase. For a more information, call 312-461- 1005. Donna says, “Come on down and get jazzy!”

Grand Opening
LUXE Marketing & Sales-A Real Estate Company at 1633 S. Michigan Ave. is having a grand opening July 18, 2011. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. If you’re interested in attending, you need to RSVP in advance by calling 312-264-6043 or e-mail info@luxemarketingandsales.com.