A Loop Target store employee was stabbed Saturday morning while confronting a shoplifter, prompting the downtown store to close for the day.
The company said it was grateful the employee’s injuries were not life-threatening but said the "unfortunate incident" was part of an increase in theft impacting retailers.
The suspect pulled a knife from his waistband and swiped at the employee’s arms, police said. The injured worker was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in good condition.No charges have been filed as of Sunday morning, police said."We appreciate the swift response of the store team and first responders to keep all other guests and team members safe," a company spokesperson said in the email.
"Our stores create jobs, serve local shoppers and act as critical hubs in communities across the country, and we will continue to do everything in our power to ensure the safety of our stores and keep our doors open," the company said.
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