Suspect strips steering column during attempted theft, Chicago IL
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Motor Vehicle TheftA person attempted multiple burglaries and stripped a vehicle's steering column near 4837 N Central Ave. The suspect fled northbound on foot through an alley wearing a black ski mask, dark jacket, black pants, Adidas backpack, and gray shorts.
Audio|Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 01
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Transcript:
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1643 1643 go ahead
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1643
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We're talking to the victim here near Central. Just be advised this person was attempting multiple burglaries and stripped a steering column to steal a vehicle.
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Okay.
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Steering column was stripped near 4837 N Central, and we're searching for the suspect.
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Looking for a male suspect fleeing northbound on foot through the alley near 4800 block of N Central.
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Wearing black ski mask, dark jacket, black pants, Adidas backpack, and gray shorts.
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Okay.
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Location mentioned:
N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
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