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A harrowing video has emerged depicting the moment when two masked individuals brazenly assaulted and robbed a 49-year-old man at gunpoint on a Chicago sidewalk in broad daylight.
The alarming footage reveals the victim on the ground in Fulton Market on Thursday afternoon. One assailant is seen looming over him, pointing a gun at his head, while the other rifled through his possessions. Following the attack, both suspects fled the scene in a Range Rover, according to a report by Fox 32 Chicago.
Law enforcement officials stated that the frightening incident occurred at approximately 4:23 p.m. The victim was suddenly confronted by the two men on the sidewalk in the 200 block of North Peoria Street.
One of the attackers allegedly brandished a firearm and demanded the victim’s belongings, while his accomplice physically assaulted the man.
The criminals made off with the victim’s possessions, authorities confirmed, as reported by the news outlet.
It’s not clear what the alleged bandits stole from the victim, who declined medical attention at the scene.
The attackers are still on the run as Chicago police continue their investigation and hunt for the armed suspects, the outlet reported.
Fulton Market business owners called on police to boost patrols and install extra security cameras to curb and prevent violent attacks in the upscale neighborhood.
The popular area has reportedly long been a hotspot for armed muggings and burglaries.
Walter Burnett, Alderman of the 27th Ward, said the attack was an isolated incident.
“First and foremost, I’m grateful that there was no serious harm to the individual involved in this incident,” he said in a statement, according to Fox.
“The safety of our constituents is a top priority for the 27th Ward. I have spoken with the 12th District Commander, [James] Baier, who is aware of the incident, and I have been assured that the police presence will increase in the area. I am also told that these appear to be isolated events.”