One man would distract the victim while the other enters the home and steals money and jewelry, according to police.
Chicago police are warning residents on the city's Northwest Side of a string of burglaries involving the elderly.
In each incident, one offender approaches the elderly victim and engages them in a conversation about home repairs or problems with their water. While the victim is distracted, another offender enters the residence and takes jewelry and money, police said.· 8100 block of West Berwyn Avenue. on May 28, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.· 5300 block of West Berenice Avenue. on June 2, 2022, at 3:30 p.m.· 5700 block of North Merrimac Avenue. on June 9, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area Five at 312-746-7394.
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