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Thomas Collins, 18, Charged With Robbing Teens On CTA Red Line

CHICAGO (CBS)-- A man has been charged in connection with a string of CTA Red Line robberies involving teens.

According to Chicago police, Thomas Collins, 18, was identified as the man suspected of robbing a 14-year-old on Jan. 8 and a 16-year-old on Jan. 10.

Thomas Collins, 18

Police said in both Red Line robberies, Collins threatened the victims with a weapon.

Collins, of South Holland, now faces charges including aggravated robbery.

He is expected in bond court on Wednesday.

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