Two men attempt backpack robbery near Tripp and Cortland, Chicago IL


Two men, one armed with a knife, tried to rob a person by forcing them to give up items from their backpack near the intersection of Tripp and Cortland in Chicago. Police found and detained two individuals fitting the description shortly after.
Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 12
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Transcript:
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Possible robbery in progress near Tripp and Cortland. Two males, one armed with a knife, demand items from a man's backpack.
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Location confirmed at Tripp and Cortland intersection.
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Description of suspects: two males in black clothing, one with a knife, seen near plaza.
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Two suspects flee southbound and are detained near the intersection.
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Location mentioned:
N Tripp Ave & W Cortland St, Chicago, IL 60639
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