Armed Robbery 

The Chicago Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred in the driveway of a residence in which a handgun was displayed to threaten the victim. The robbery occurred April 22, 2009 around 6:15 pm.   (Near Armitage and Sedgwick)

Offenders 

• In the robbery, 2 male black offenders parked their vehicle directly behind victim's vehicle and waited for her to exit her vehicle. One of the offenders, described as a male/black/20's…5'11"…170 lbs., came out of vehicle and lifted his sweatshirt which revealed a possible handgun in his waistband and demanded victim's valuables. The other offender (driver of vehicle) is described as a male black subject only, no further information.

 What you can do 

• Be aware of your surroundings and avoid walking in areas with poor lighting during night time hours.
• Be aware of any persons or vehicles that may be 'watching or following' you.  DO NOT pull into your garage or driveway if you feel you are being followed. Call 9-1-1 and go to a public location.
• Be aware of suspicious persons in and around your area.  DO NOT pull into your garage if you observe a suspicious person in your alley, no matter what the distance.  Call 9-1-1 and go to a public location. 
• Be aware of your surroundings as you drive through your alley.  Look into cut outs, gangways and near fencing where suspicious individuals may hide. 
• Avoid carrying purses or bags that are visible to others.  Place wallet, cell phone, keys, and others valuables in the inside pockets of your clothing.  Avoid carrying an excessive amount of currency and/or credit cards.
• Immediately cal "911" if you encounter these offenders.  Remember physical descriptions, clothing, vehicle description, and license plate information.

 Questions or for further information, please call: (312-742-5778)