Overview

• Five robberies tied to arranged Facebook Marketplace meet-ups occurred between mid-July and August 22 within two blocks in Logan Square.
• The incidents were reported on the 2000 block of North Kedzie on July 18 and July 24, and on the 2000 block of North Sawyer on July 29, August 6, and August 22.
• Police say the suspects posed as buyers, asked to see items, then displayed a Glock-style handgun or used force to take the merchandise.
• Investigators described two suspects as Black men between 18 and 25 years old, about 5 feet 9 inches to 6 feet tall and 145 to 185 pounds, with one wearing braids and the other a short haircut.
• No arrests have been announced, and officials advise arranging online-sale exchanges in police station lobbies to reduce risk.