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'Crowbar Creeper' Hits West Town, East Ukrainian Village

(CBS) -- Police are investigating at least three burglaries in West Town and East Ukrainian Village in which the suspect used a crowbar to pry open doors and windows during the day.

The incidents occurred Jan. 7 in the 1100 block of North Wood Street, on Jan. 9 in the 2400 block of West Chicago Avenue and on the 800 block of North Winchester Avenue, Chicago police said in a community alert.

The suspect was wearing a black ski mask and black clothing and was observed by at least one victim holding a crow bar.

Anyone with information is urged to call Area Central detectives at (312) 747-8384.

 

 

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