Unarmed security guards hired to patrol on Chicago's Southwest Side after increase in crime

“This is an extra set of eyes and ears, going up and down the alleys and in front of the businesses, identifying what could be suspicious behavior or criminal behavior, and then contacting the Chicago Police Department,” said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th).

It's something business owners asked for, since there aren't enough police officers to do the job.

O'Shea said that robberies are up more than 20%, burglaries are up more than 30%, and theft is up more than 60% citywide.

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