Boy, 15, accused of beating up a CTA bus driver in the Loop

The Chicago Police Department said officers arrested a 15-year-old boy who was identified as a suspect that beat up a CTA bus driver Saturday.

The boy was arrested in the 100 block of North Michigan Avenue and charged with one count of aggravated battery to a transit employee and disorderly conduct, according to police. 

Police said the 49-year-old CTA bus driver was driving in the Loop around 9 p.m. Saturday, when he heard a loud noise. The driver stopped the bus to inspect it. 

While he was doing this, police say a man and woman began to push the driver. The two then punched the driver multiple times before fleeing, according to police. 

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The driver sustained bruises on his body and face, and was transported to Northwestern in fair condition, Chicago police said.