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Delivery Ruse Preceded Armed Home Invasion in Winnetka, Police Say

Police say the group may have fled in a black Acura RDX with no plates, urging anyone with information to call 847-501-6034.

Overview

  • Six masked suspects forced their way into a residence in the 700 block of Rosewood Avenue around 5:27 p.m. Sunday after one posed as a delivery worker.
  • The intruders, described as armed with handguns, held a resident at gunpoint and demanded specific items from the home.
  • The victim escaped during the incident and did not require medical attention.
  • Officers arrived and searched the home, but the suspects had left before police reached the scene.
  • Investigators are continuing the case and have asked residents to report suspicious activity as the inquiry continues.