South Side Residents Shocked, Concerned After 82-Year-Old Woman’s Home Invasion and Sexual Assault
Shocking Crime Rocks Auburn Gresham Neighborhood
Chicago (WGN) — South Side residents are reeling after a Chicago police alert Thursday notified residents about the sexual assault of an 82-year-old woman, which occurred inside her home.
Investigation Underway
According to police, the assault occurred just before 7 p.m. on Wednesday on the 1600 block of West 82nd Street in the city’s Auburn Gresham neighborhood. The unknown man entered the woman’s home through a window, struck her in the face, causing her to fall to the ground prior to the assault, and then fled the scene.
Community in Shock and Outrage
"I just can’t believe someone would do that to an 82-year-old woman," said one resident. "That’s horrible. That’s sad."
Another resident added, "I’ve been living in this area for over 50-something years and I just can’t imagine who would do such a thing. It’s terrible."
Residents Express Concern and Fear for Safety
The woman was transported to Little Company of Mary hospital for observation and is listed in good condition. As of 6 p.m. Thursday, Chicago police have not yet released a description of the suspect.
"It’s crazy to me, actually. It just doesn’t make sense," said Auburn Gresham resident Deza-Ra Russell. "How could anybody let that happen, and how was he able to get into her house? There’s just so many questions that I have."
Residents Take Precautions, Urge Others to Do the Same
Residents are taking extra precautions to ensure their safety and are urging others to do the same. "You can’t really walk around how you want to," said Russell. "You can’t really do the things you want to or have your kids be around outside if you want to. It’s just not that type of neighborhood."
Concerns About Safety in the Area
Auburn Gresham resident Stephen Dipenedettl echoed these concerns, stating, "Everybody knows that 82nd and Ashland, 82nd and Marshville, don’t walk here at night."
Call to Action: Report Suspicious Activity
Anyone with additional information may leave an anonymous tip at cpdtip.com. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the police. "I will definitely keep my eyes open for strange activity," said Auburn Gresham resident Christina Callon. "If I see something strange, I will report it to the police."
Conclusion
The sexual assault of an 82-year-old woman in her own home has left the South Side community in shock and concern. Residents are coming together to demand justice and to urge others to take extra precautions to ensure their safety.
FAQs
- When did the assault occur?
The assault occurred just before 7 p.m. on Wednesday. - Where did the assault occur?
The assault occurred on the 1600 block of West 82nd Street in the city’s Auburn Gresham neighborhood. - What is the current condition of the 82-year-old woman?
The woman was transported to Little Company of Mary hospital for observation and is listed in good condition. - Has a description of the suspect been released?
As of 6 p.m. Thursday, Chicago police have not yet released a description of the suspect.
