Suspect in Custody after Woman with 2 Young Children Carjacked in East Garfield Park
Incident Details
A 26-year-old woman was carjacked early Monday in East Garfield Park, leaving her and her two young children shaken.
What Happened
The incident occurred around 4:20 a.m. in the 2700 block of West Lexington Street. The woman was sitting in a vehicle with her 1-year-old and 6-year-old sons when she was approached by two males who implied they had a weapon. The men forced the woman and 1-year-old out of the vehicle, and later, the 6-year-old was also forced outside.
Aftermath
The suspects allegedly crashed the vehicle on an expressway, and one of the suspects was arrested. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Custody and Investigation
A suspect is now in custody, but authorities have not released further information about the individual’s identity or the circumstances surrounding the arrest. The Chicago Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident.
FAQs
* When did the carjacking occur?
The carjacking occurred around 4:20 a.m. in the 2700 block of West Lexington Street.
* How many people were involved in the carjacking?
Two males were involved in the carjacking.
* What happened to the woman and her children?
The woman and her 1-year-old were forced out of the vehicle, and the 6-year-old was also forced outside. The suspects allegedly crashed the vehicle on an expressway, and one of the suspects was arrested.
* Were there any injuries reported?
No injuries were reported.
* Is the suspect in custody?
Yes, a suspect is in custody, but further information about the individual’s identity or the circumstances surrounding the arrest has not been released.
