Police say there have been at least 5 robberies within the past week.
Investigators say the victims would reach out to make a purchase on Facebook Marketplace. When they meet up with the seller, they were robbed at gunpoint.· 6800 Block of South Bishop Street on April 09, 2023, at 11:56 a.m.· 1100 Block of West 71st Street on April 11, 2023, at 1:30 p.m.The suspect is described as an African American male standing between 5 feet 4 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall, between 120 and 160 pounds, 15 to 19 years old, and wearing a black hooded sweatshirt.
If you have any information you are asked to contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area One at 312-747-8380.
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