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Two Men Injured in Separate Early-Morning Attacks on Same Near West Side Block

Detectives opened an investigation after patrol officers discovered both victims in good condition.

Overview

  • Police say the incidents occurred about an hour apart in the 1300 block of South Jefferson Street near Roosevelt Road.
  • Around 1 a.m., a 40-year-old man was struck multiple times by someone on a bicycle who stole his belongings.
  • About 2 a.m., officers on patrol found a 44-year-old man with several injuries who reported being attacked by two people, including one allegedly wielding an axe.
  • Both men were transported to Stroger Hospital, where they were listed in good condition.
  • No arrests were reported, and local outlets cite different CPD units as leading the probe, identifying either the Belmont Area or Area Three detectives.