Edgewater armed robberies: Suspect on the run after hitting CVS, McDonald's, and Walgreens

Published February 8, 2024 4:46 PM CST

Three separate armed robberies in Edgewater happened within hours of each other, and the suspect involved is still on the run. 

The first armed robbery happened just before 8 p.m. Wednesday at a CVS Pharmacy in the 5200 block of N. Broadway. 

No injuries were reported, but the suspect got away, according to Alderwoman Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth. 

The suspect then made their way to a McDonald's restaurant in the 1000 block of W. Wilson and committed another armed robbery. 

Then, around 9:45 p.m., an armed robbery by the same suspect occurred at a Walgreens Pharmacy. There were no injuries.

Anyone with more information on the suspect involved or on any of the robberies is urged to contact Area 3 detectives at 312-744-8263. 

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