Chicago police seek suspect in multiple burglaries on South and Southwest Sides

CHICAGO – Chicago police are searching for a suspect responsible for multiple burglaries on the South and Southwest Sides.

Police said the burglaries happened at the following times and locations:

• 1000 block of W. 103rd St on 03/19/2025 at 4:52AM (Washington Heights)
• 3100 block of W. 71st St on 03/20/2025 at 5:29AM (Marquette Park)
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• 200 block of E. 75th St on 03/23/2025 at 5:00AM (Park Manor)
• 1700 block of W. 87th St on 03/25/2025 at 3:28AM (Gresham)
• 2100 block of W. 95th St on 03/26/2025 at 3:45AM (Beverly)

In each incident, the suspect rode up to the business on a dark colored BMX type bicycle and threw an object to break the windows on the doors of the business. The suspect then went inside and made his way to the cash register before riding off on the same bicycle, according to police.

Surveillance video can be found here.

Authorities described the suspect as a male who stands about 5’8″ to 6 feet tall and weighs 200-240 pounds. During the burglaries, he was wearing a black mask, gloves and dark clothing with a distinctive reflective yellow striped vest.

Anyone with information is asked to call Area Two Detectives at 312-747-8273 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com and use reference # 25-CWP-016.

Additional tips from CPD:

• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Watch for suspicious activity.
• Remember any unique characteristics of the offender (clothing, scars, tattoos, etc).