Lincoln Park Muggings, 2009

In the summer of 2009, a series of muggings occurred in Lincoln Park, Chicago, from July 30 to Aug. 3. Five men, in their mid-20s, were robbed and savagely beaten in the head and face by at least four attackers who were also in their 20s. Two of the victims were hospitalized.

Up to the moment, a man was identified as a suspected but he was later released because of lack of evidence. According to the Chicago police, the four attacks are linked. However, additional 3 attacks occurred during the same period of time and the police are investigating their relation with the other assaults.

As of September 1, 2010 no arrests have been made.

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