Community Alert - Sexual Assault
Dear Neighbor,

We have just been notified of a sexual assault that occurred in the 1900 block of North Orchard last night at around midnight.  The 18th District police have provided the following information at this time:

A female adult was attempting to enter a  residence when an unknown offender approached the victim from behind, produced a  weapon, and sexually assaulted her. The offender then fled in an unknown direction  with the victim's property.

The offender is male, possibly Hispanic, unknown age, armed with a knife.

The police have launched an intensive investigation and are seeking any video from residents anywhere in the immediate vicinity.

What You Can Do

*  Always be aware of your surroundings
*  Walk in pairs or groups
*  Dial 9-1-1 to report suspicious activity immediately
*  Never pursue a fleeing assailant, provide the information to the police

If you have any information about this incident, please call the Area Central Bureau of Detectives at (312) 747-8380.  

Reference - RD#: JA-184054
Alert # JA184054

You can see the official alert here.



Upcoming Community Safety Forums

Our community is frustrated and concerned about crime.  That is why we are holding three community safety forums in the next two weeks.  Please be sure to attend one of our forums:

Monday, March 13th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM with 19th District Commander Buslik
New Life Church
1111 W Lill Street

Wednesday, March 15th, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM with 18th District Commander Bauer
Latin School of Chicago
59 W North Avenue

Tuesday, March 21st, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM with 18th District Commander Bauer
St. James Lutheran Church
2050 N Fremont Street

And if you have not already done so, please take a moment to fill out our 1-minute survey on public safety. 


 
Thank you and please contact my office if you have any questions.  Hope to hear from you at a Safety Meeting.

Michele Signature

Michele Smith
Alderman, 43rd Ward 


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