Old Town burglary spree: More than 10 businesses targeted along Wells Street

Old Town burglary spree: More than 10 businesses targeted along Wells Street

More than 10 businesses along Wells Street in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood were targeted in a string of burglaries and vandalism early Thursday morning.

The Brief

More than 10 businesses along Wells Street in Old Town were burglarized or vandalized early Thursday morning, with some cash registers stolen.

Ald. Brian Hopkins said three suspects fled in a white SUV, and officers were ordered to end their pursuit on Lake Shore Drive under CPD policy.

No arrests have been announced. Police plan to increase overnight patrols, while Hopkins is pushing for drones and GPS tracking technology to help catch suspects.

CHICAGO - More than 10 businesses along Wells Street in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood were targeted in a string of burglaries and vandalism early Thursday morning.

The crime spree happened shortly before 4 a.m., according to police.

Burglary spree in Old Town

The backstory:

Ald. Brian Hopkins, who represents the 2nd Ward, said three men got out of a white Honda SUV and targeted businesses along the commercial corridor.

Chicago police received six reports related to the incidents. Thieves appear to h...