The man kidnapped in the old city of Chicago, forced to transfer money via ATM and Banking App

A 25-year-old man was abducted in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood at the weekend and forced to withdraw cash from an ATM and transfer funds through a bank app, according to police reports.

Incident overview

The victim ran late on Saturday evening near the intersection of North Avenue and Wells Street when two men approached him. Allegedly they forced him in a vehicle under shot and brought him to a nearby cash machine and force him to withdraw cash. They then demanded that he transmitted extra funds via a mobile bank request. After the transactions, the attackers released the victim unharmed. The police are investigating the incident and revise security images from the area.

Community Response

The old city community has expressed concern about the brutal nature of crime. Local residents are encouraged to remain vigilant, especially during the late evening, and to report suspicious activities to authorities.

Safety recommendations

• Stay alert: Be aware of your environment, especially when you walk alone at night.

• Use well -lit routes: Where possible, stay with well -lit and populated areas.

• Secure secure personal devices: Make sure that mobile bank apps are protected with strong passwords and biometric authentication.

• Report suspicious activity: Contact the local law enforcement if you notice unusual behavior.

Authorities ask everyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to the Chicago police.