Crime & Safety
Armored Truck Guard Shot During Robbery Attempt At South Side Wendy's
The FBI said three people got out of a vehicle and opened fire on the armored truck guard in East Chatham. Surveillance images released.
CHICAGO — An armored truck guard was shot Tuesday afternoon during an attempted armed robbery in East Chatham, and the FBI is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspects or provide information about the crime.
Around 3:15 p.m., the FBI responded to an aggravated attempted robbery of an armored car at Wendy’s, 8740 S. Lafayette. The guard was leaving the restaurant after finishing his business. A gold or dark gray vehicle pulled up next to the guard and truck.
Three people exited the vehicle and opened fire on the guard, the FBI said. The guard was shot one time and taken to a nearby hospital, where he is expected to make a full recovery.
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The Chicago FBI’s violent task force has released images of three of the four suspects. The public can report tips anonymously 312-421-6700 or tips.fbi.gov.
Surveillance images released of an attempted armored truck robbery in East Chatham.
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