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Chicago Police Issue Alert After Reported Attempt to Lure Children in South Austin

Detectives are seeking tips in an investigation involving two men near a white, windowless cargo van.

Overview

  • Police say the encounter occurred around 4 p.m. Friday near the 4800 block of West Adams Street in the South Austin area.
  • According to the alert, one man displayed cash and asked a child if they wanted money, while another referenced candy inside the van.
  • The vehicle was described as a white cargo van with no windows and rust on the fender near the tires.
  • One suspect was described as having black and gray hair and wearing a black baseball cap, black short-sleeved shirt, white jeans, and black Nike Air Force 1s, while the other wore all black.
  • Anyone with information is asked to contact Area Four detectives at 312-746-8251 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com using reference RD# JJ528195.