Chicago police issued a warning after two more people were lured and robbed through dating apps on the city's South Side this week. The incidents happened between Sept. 15 and Oct. 9 during the evening and early morning hours. Police said the robbers would lure victims using the apps by asking them to come to a specific address to meet. The locations were either abandoned or vacant buildings.
CHICAGO — Chicago police issued a warning after two more people were lured and robbed through dating apps on the city's South Side this week. The incidents happened between Sept. 15 and Oct. 9. during the evening and early morning hours. Police said the robbers would lure victims using the apps by asking them to come to a specific address to meet. The locations were either abandoned or vacant buildings.
The robbers were described as two to three Black males between 16-30 years of age. A small black handgun was used in the incidents. Police are advising the public:Always be aware of your surroundingsOn dating apps, take your time to get to know someone. Someone targeting you just to rob will likely push you to meet immediately.If meeting a stranger, choose a public location initially.
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