Authorities in the South Loop of Chicago, Illinois, are investigating a string of car break-ins, with reports of at least 25 vehicles being targeted. Despite eyewitness accounts providing some leads, police have yet to make any arrests. Investigators are working to uncover the motive behind the vandalism and determine if anything was stolen during the incidents.
The vandalism spree took place sometime around 2 a.m. according to one witness. They reported to the police that three men got out of a black sedan around that time and proceeded to smash the driver’s side window of multiple vehicles along South Indiana Ave. The incidents appeared to stretch from 13th Street to 16th Street.
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Authorities say that the motive for the vandalism is unclear. The vehicles were legally parked and police are still investigating if the vandals stole anything from the cars in question. What’s not in question is how much of a shock the spree is to some of the owners of the cars in question.
Speaking to the Chicago Tribune, one owner, Hamzeh Natsheh said that it’s a depressing experience. “You work so hard, and you think you’re living in a nice area with the amount of rent that we pay. It’s unbelievable… The property value is so high and you live in an area you can’t even park your car.”
Local news outlet WGN reports that police were monitoring the area long after the crime but hadn’t arrested anyone as of early on Friday. Despite that, another resident, Ronnie Ata, seems resigned to the situation. “Honestly I’m not too surprised,” Ata said. “It’s the second time it’s happened so I guess I’m not gonna cry over spilled milk. Like I said, I have a lot to be thankful for. It is a difficult area but I’m not really gonna let it get to me.”
As the investigation is ongoing, those with information that could lead to an arrest are encouraged to contact the Chicago Police Department.