Overview

• CPD says a coordinated crew hit 14 homes between Aug. 5 and Aug. 21 across Garfield Ridge, Brighton Park, Scottsdale, Armour Square, Bridgeport and McKinley Park.
• Thieves pose as city water workers, construction crews or motorists claiming to have struck a garage, then use handheld radios while accomplices enter homes.
• Some victims were lured outside during routine tasks, which allowed suspects to steal valuables from inside the residence.
• Suspect details include two women and multiple men with varied disguises, including a worker-style vest, masks and an American flag ski mask.
• Vehicles tied to the crew include an unplated white van, a 2023 gray Chevrolet Colorado without plates, a black Chevrolet Traverse with custom white rims and a white pickup; no arrests have been announced, and tips are requested via Area One detectives or CPDTIP.com using reference P25-1-092A.