Three suspects charged after Chicago Uber driver loses 12 teeth in brutal beating: police

Three suspects charged after brutal attack on Chicago Uber driver, police say

Three suspects are in custody after a brutal attack last month that left an Uber driver with severe injuries and missing nearly a dozen teeth, Chicago police said.

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Three suspects are in custody after a brutal attack last month that left an Uber driver with severe injuries and missing a dozen teeth, Chicago police said.

What we know:

The assault happened around 9:50 p.m. March 21 in the 3600 block of West Grenshaw Street, according to police.

Less than an hour earlier, authorities said the suspects stole a cellphone from a Whitney Young High School student and used it to order a ride from Muhammad Jawaid, 58.

Jawaid picked up the trio from the CTA Blue Line station near Halsted and Van Buren streets and drove them about five miles west to Central Park Avenue and Grenshaw Street, officials said.

"I was in panic and shock… This boy came outside, opened my door and started hitting my face with a gun," Jawaid said.

Once they arrived, the suspects exited the vehicle, pulled out firearms, and attacked Jawaid, police said. They stole his wallet and cellphone and tried to take his Honda Pilot, but the vehicle would not start.

The group fled, leaving Jawaid — a father of two — injured in the street with head and facial injuries. He was transported to Mount Sinai Hospital for further treatment.

Within a week, detectives arrested 18-year-old Jeremiah Burns and two 17-year-olds in connection with the attack. Surveillance footage near the Blue Line station captured images of the suspects, aiding the investigation.

Surveillance cameras near the Blue Line also captured the suspects.

"I told them (detectives) I recognize their jackets from surveillance at the pickup location," Jawaid said.

What they're saying:

An Uber spokesperson issued a statement on the attack on Jawaid:

"This appalling act of violence has no place in our communities. Our thoughts remain with the driver, and we've reached out to check in. We're working closely with police and will continue to support their investigation to help ensure those responsible are brought to justice."

Charges Filed :

Burns was arrested March 27 in the 1100 block of South Central Park Avenue. He faces several charges, including: