robbery

Police are looking for a 16-year-old who pulled a gun and took another teen's cellphone and wallet.

Two separate robberies were reported to police on Saturday.

Four reformed burglars gave insights into the mind of a thief to help keep people from becoming victims.

Police said Jimmie Ortiz was subdued by his would-be victim after a robbery attempt in Logan Sqaure.

Monday morning's incident is the latest of at least three robberies in the neighborhood, police said.

Manuel Nava, 32, was charged with robbery.

Police said the items were taken "by force or by deception."

The robbers surprised victims from behind, attacking them and stealing their property, police said.

No one was seriously injured during the early morning Albany Park chase, officials said.

The robber settled for earrings when the victim told him his cash and phone were inside, the victim said.

The robbers took property from victims by force or showed a gun, officials said.

Thieves displayed handguns during recent robberies, according to a community alert.

Two men have robbed victims of their wallets and phones at gunpoint, police said.

Police were urging South Side residents to remain vigilant after several break-ins and robberies.

Cops say men displayed weapons and then demanded property.