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Chicago Police Probe String of Anime Trading Card Robberies in Gage Park

Police urge marketplace users to meet in public locations, preferably station lobbies.

Overview

  • Chicago police linked at least three robberies to a man who arranged card sales through social media and then took the items at gunpoint.
  • Each meeting began with the buyer directing the seller into a building lobby in the 5200–5300 blocks of South Kedzie Avenue in Gage Park.
  • Investigators say the man is Hispanic, 20 to 30 years old, about 5 feet 6 inches tall, around 200 pounds, with a beard, black-framed glasses, and dark clothing.
  • Detectives ask anyone with information to call 312-747-8380 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com using reference P26-1-034A.
  • Police advise people who use online marketplaces to meet in public, well-lit places or inside a police station lobby to reduce risk.