Burglars Ram Garages On South Side; Steal Bikes And Lawn-Care Equipment

CHICAGO (CBS)--Police released photos of two men wanted in connection with a series of garage burglaries on the South Side.

The men used a truck to ram their way into garages, and then made off with bikes and lawn care equipment, police said.

The men are believed to be responsible for seven garage burglaries:

• On May 9-10 on the 8700 block of South Throop
• On May 12 on the 9600 block of South Green
• On May 12 on the 9600 block of South Peoria
• On May 12 on the 9300 block of South Lowe
• On May 12 on the 10400 block of South Sangamon
• On May 13 on the 9100 block of South Lowe
• On May 13 on the 10100 block of South Lowe

Anyone with information is asked to call Area South Detectives at 312-747-8273.

Police also recommended homeowners lock their garage doors and lock and secure any vehicles inside, lock all gates and yard fences, and keep a record of the serial numbers/makes/models of all their valuables. They also suggested installing motion-activated lights, alarm systems, or surveillance cameras on their property.

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• Chicago Police Department
• Washington Heights