Alert Issued After Several Pick Pocket Theft Incidents in Loop Restaurants

Recent Incidents of Pick Pocket Theft in Loop Restaurants

Chicago police have issued an alert after several recent incidents of pick pocket theft in downtown restaurants. According to police, a group or lone person has been entering crowded Loop restaurants to steal debit and credit cards from bags, purses, and wallets.

Modus Operandi

In a majority of the incidents, the stolen cards are then used to make fraudulent purchases at a department store immediately after.

Timeline of Incidents

A timeline of the incidents is below, per Chicago police. All but three of the incidents happened in a restaurant with the rest happening on the public way.

• 200 block of South Wabash on Dec. 21 at 3 p.m.
• 0-100 block of South Wabash on Dec. 21 at 3:30 p.m.
• 0-100 block of South Wabash on Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.
• 0-100 block of North Clark on Dec. 22 at 6:30 p.m.
• 100-200 block of West Washington on Dec. 23 at 2:38 p.m.
• 100-200 block of South Wabash on Dec. 23 at 7:15 p.m.
• 0-100 block of West Washington on Dec. 24 at 3:30 p.m.
• 200 block of West Adams on Dec. 31 at 3:30 p.m.
• 200 block of West Randolph on Jan. 3 at 5 p.m.
• 0-100 block of North Michigan on Jan. 4 at 1 p.m.
• 200 block of West Randolph on Jan. 6 at 1 p.m.
• 100-200 block of North Michigan on Jan. 7 at 12:55 p.m.
• 200 block of West Randolph on Jan. 7 at 2:30 p.m.
• 0-100 block of East Randolph on Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m.

What You Can Do

If you have any information about these incidents, you can leave an anonymous tip at cpdtip.com.

Conclusion

The Chicago Police Department is urging residents and visitors to be vigilant and take steps to protect themselves from pick pocket theft. By being aware of their surroundings and taking precautions, individuals can reduce their risk of becoming a victim of this type of crime.

FAQs

Q: What is the modus operandi of the pick pocket thieves?
A: The thieves typically enter crowded Loop restaurants to steal debit and credit cards from bags, purses, and wallets, and then use the stolen cards to make fraudulent purchases at a department store immediately after.

Q: Where did the incidents occur?
A: The incidents occurred in various locations in the Loop, including restaurants and public areas.

Q: How can I report information about these incidents?
A: You can leave an anonymous tip at cpdtip.com.