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Man sought in cellphone robbery at CTA Red Line stop in Wrigleyville

CPD seek man in cellphone robbery on Red Line in Wrigleyville
CPD seek man in cellphone robbery on Red Line in Wrigleyville 00:20

CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police are looking for a man they say robbed another person on a CTA Red Line train in Wrigleyville last month.

The robbery happened around 9 p.m. on Oct. 22 in the 900 block of West Addison Street.

Police said the suspect forcibly took another passenger's cell phone before getting off the train at the Addison stop.

The suspect wore a blue Los Angeles basketball jersey and had a small blue bicycle with him.

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Riders are advised to:

  • Be aware of their surroundings
  • Avoid suspicious persons
  • Keep valuable belongings out of plain view

Anyone with information can contact public transportation detectives at 312-745-4447 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com

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