Teen arrested for armed robbery

Handcuffs used during police arrest.
Handcuffs used during police arrest.

Chicago, IL – A male juvenile, aged 17, has been taken into custody by the Chicago Police Department on July 9, 2023, in the 7800 block of S. Michigan Ave. He has been identified as one of the individuals involved in an armed robbery incident that took place on July 7, 2023, at approximately 1:45 a.m. The robbery occurred in the 0-100 block of W. Washington St. in the 1st District.

During the incident, the juvenile offender and others allegedly used a firearm to forcibly take property from a 34-year-old male victim. Following the arrest, the offender was charged with one felony count of Robbery – Armed with a Firearm.

Due to the ongoing investigation, no further details are currently available regarding the incident.