CBS 2 was told the officers would focus on preventing robberies, break-ins, and thefts after a rise in crime.
The 12th District police are talking about a new unit patrolling entertainment districts overnight.Community leaders said this idea is in its early stages, first discussed at a West Central Association quarterly meeting with police.
CBS 2 was told the officers would focus on preventing robberies, break-ins, and thefts after increased crime. "We don't feel it's nearly enough. We're talking about a fairly large geographic area. We don't feel it's all that we need, but it's a step in the right direction," said Armando Chacon, president of the West Central Association.
It's a challenging time when it comes to the number of officers. CBS 2 reached out to Chicago police for concrete details on the rollout of this new detail.There's no official word on when you might see the nightlife patrol on West Loop streets.
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