CPD issue alert of work van robberies on Northwest Side
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Thieves are breaking into work vans and trucks to steal tools on the Northwest Side, according to police.
A few dozen thefts have been reported over the last few weeks in neighborhoods like Jefferson Park and Norwood Park.
Police said the suspects are breaking a window to steal tools and construction equipment from the back of the vehicle.
Most of the thefts happened overnight and some in broad daylight.
They would flee the scene in a white Audi SUV or a dark sedan.
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