Overview

• A 21-year-old woman was sexually assaulted at knifepoint late Thursday night in the 1800 block of West Lunt Avenue, Rogers Park.
• The victim reported the incident to police shortly after, leading to the arrest of a 19-year-old suspect; charges are still pending.
• Area Three detectives are continuing to investigate potential connections between this assault and a series of sexual assaults, robberies, and burglaries reported since December 2024 in West Ridge and surrounding areas.
• The victim was transported to St. Francis Hospital and is listed in good condition following the attack.
• The arrest follows a community alert issued by Chicago police on April 28, warning residents about a pattern of violent crimes in the area.