Police warn of strong-arm robberies and thefts on Northwest Side

<p>Chicago police are alerting the public to recent strong-arm robberies and thefts from vehicles in the Portage Park and Irving Park neighborhoods.</p><p>Police believe the alleged thieves, which were reported from late July through Wednesday morning.<br>targeted people at banks and gas stations, typically during daytime hours, according to an alert.</p><p>In some instances, police said the assailants have entered occupied vehicles and taken items. During some thefts, the alleged perpetrators w

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