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Chicago police seek man accused of punching CTA Red Line rider in Goose Island

By Nic Flosi
Published  April 10, 2026 5:41am CDT
Crime and Public Safety
FOX 32 Chicago

The Brief

    • A Red Line passenger was punched in the face during an April 2 incident.
    • The victim suffered a broken nose and a concussion.
    • Police are asking for the public’s help identifying the suspect.

CHICAGO - A man is being sought after allegedly punching a CTA Red Line rider in the face.

What we know:

The incident happened April 2 in the 1600 block of North Clybourn Avenue in the city's Goose Island neighborhood.

Red Line punch suspect | CPD

Police said the victim was riding a Red Line train when a man struck him in the face with a closed fist. The victim suffered a broken nose and a concussion.

What we don't know:

It remains unclear what led up to the confrontation.

What you can do:

Anyone with information can call Public Transportation Detectives at 312-745-4447 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com using reference number JK203281.

The Source: The information in this story came from the Chicago Police Department.

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