The Chicago Police Department (CPD) issued an alert for trucking businesses following a rash of robberies targeting commercial vehicles.
The alert was issued July 11 after a series of semi truck theft incidents in the 9th District (Deering area).
“In these incidents, unknown offenders arrive in multiple vehicles, gain entry to the rear of semi-truck trailers and remove contents,” CPD said.
See below for date/time specifics on the semi truck break-ins.
Police are advising truck drivers and businesses in the area to take the following actions:
If you have any information, you’re asked to call the CPD Bureau of Detectives – Area One (312) 747-8384.