Disturbing Incident on Chicago’s West Side
CHICAGO – A horrifying incident occurred early Thursday in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago when a 13-year-old girl was assaulted in her sleep by a man wielding a knife.
According to police reports, the assault took place around 12:45 a.m. inside a home on the 300 block of South Kilpatrick Avenue. The teenager awoke to find a man with a knife groping her. Upon realizing she was awake, the suspect fled the scene on a rental bicycle.
Suspect Description
Authorities have released a limited description of the man:
- Wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, green jacket, and black hat
- Face covered with a surgical mask
- Right hand gloved in blue rubber
Despite the vague details, investigators are actively pursuing leads and reviewing video footage from the area.
Community Response
Alderman Jason Ervin (28th Ward) expressed his concern over the incident and emphasized the need for community cooperation.
“These facts are deeply troubling. We’re working closely with the Chicago Police Department and urge anyone with information to come forward. The department is combing through surveillance footage and other evidence to identify the individual responsible,” Ervin stated.
How to Help
Residents in the area are encouraged to share any relevant information that could assist the investigation. If you have details about the suspect or the incident, please contact Area 4 detectives at 312-746-8251.
Source: CBS News
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