Loop: Cops seeking 6 men in Red Line robbery

Surveillance images of six suspects in the April 27th Red Line robbery. | CPD

A group of offenders beat and robbed a man after he fell asleep on a Red Line train in the Loop early on April 27th, now Chicago police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspects.

Police today released images of six people that were allegedly involved in the incident.

Additional images of the suspects. | Chicago Police Department

CPD says the victim was asleep on a northbound Red Line train when the group awakened him, beat him, and took his cash at 5:44 a.m. near the Harrison station, 608 South State. The victim suffered an injury to his right eye. The offenders then exited the train and fled the area, police said.

Anyone with information about the suspects can contact Area Central detectives at 312-747-8320 regarding case # JC-240178.

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