Robbers target 2 more people using dating apps on South Side

CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police issued a warning after two more people were lured and robbed through dating apps on the city’s South Side this week.
The incidents happened between Sept. 15 and Oct. 9. during the evening and early morning hours.
Police said the robbers would lure victims using the apps by asking them to come to a specific address to meet. The locations were either abandoned or vacant buildings.
Upon arrival, the robbers would approach the victim, and then other offenders would appear, displaying a weapon and demanding their property. In some cases, they would demand the victims to get money from relatives via cash apps before releasing victims, and in another, stole a victim’s vehicle.
Incident locations and times:
The robbers were described as two to three Black males between 16-30 years of age. A small black handgun was used in the incidents.
Police are advising the public:
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bureau of Detectives – Area 2 at 312-747-8273.