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Chicago Lawn Residents Warned of Spike in Armed Robberies

October 17, 2013 7:47pm | Updated October 17, 2013 7:47pm
Two people were robbed recently in Chicago Lawn, officials said.
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DNAinfo/Erica Demarest

CHICAGO — Police are warning Chicago Lawn residents of a recent spike in armed robberies.

Two people were recently robbed by one or two men who took their property through physical force by showing a weapon, according to a community alert.

The victims were robbed about 3:35 p.m. Oct. 11 in the 3400 block of West 66th Street and about 4 p.m. Oct. 3 in the 3400 block of West 65th Place, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to call 312-747-8380.

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