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Chicago Police Warn of Car Break‑Ins Near Lincoln Park ZooLights

Most incidents occurred during ZooLights hours near Stockton and Cannon drives.

Overview

  • CPD issued a community alert detailing at least eight vehicle burglaries recorded between Nov. 18 and Nov. 24, with a cluster Monday evening near the zoo.
  • Police say two suspects, described as Black men in black or gray jumpsuits and ski masks, are linked to the series.
  • Vehicles were parked on the street and unoccupied when windows were smashed with an unknown object and items were taken.
  • Incidents were reported on the 2100 block of N. Stockton Dr., the 2300–2400 blocks of N. Cannon Dr., and the 400 block of W. Fullerton Pkwy, many within ZooLights’ 4:30–9 p.m. operating window.
  • No arrests have been made; tips can be sent to Area Three Detectives at 312-744-8263 or CPDTIP.com using reference P25-3-051, and police advise removing or hiding valuables and reporting suspicious activity.