Two Men Fatally Shot During Jewelry Store Robbery in Little Village
CHICAGO (WLS) — Cook County Crime Stoppers are offering a $10,000 cash reward following the fatal shooting of two men during a jewelry store robbery in Little Village.
The incident occurred around 5:49 p.m. on Saturday at a jewelry store located on the 3800-block of 26th Street, according to Chicago police.
An armed offender entered the business and stole property. After exiting the store, the suspect became involved in an altercation with two male victims, ages 63 and 25. The suspect then shot both men multiple times before fleeing southbound on Springfield Avenue in a white SUV, police said.
The victims were transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition but were later pronounced dead. Their identities have not yet been released.
In response, Cook County Crime Stoppers announced on Sunday a cash reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest in this double homicide case.
Exclusive Surveillance Footage Released
A nearby business shared surveillance video exclusively with ABC7 Chicago. The footage shows a man wearing a Blackhawks hoodie and mask approaching the jewelry store around 5:45 p.m., shortly before the robbery and shooting.
Within approximately 30 seconds, the suspect can be seen running out of the store carrying merchandise, with two men chasing after him. The altercation continued in the middle of the street near oncoming traffic, close to the corner of Springfield Avenue.
The offender then pulled out a gun and shot both victims. Police confirmed that no other individuals were injured during the shooting.
Currently, no arrests have been made as Chicago police continue their investigation into the case.
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