Thieves Posing as Charity Workers Steal from Diners in Chicago

• Thieves posing as charity workers have stolen from diners at restaurants and coffee shops in Chicago.
• The thefts occurred between October 7 and October 18 in the Loop, West Loop, and Near South Side neighborhoods.
• Victims' bank or credit cards were used shortly afterward at nearby department stores, according to police.
• The Chicago Police Department issued a business alert on October 21 warning customers to watch their belongings.
• Eight thefts have been reported so far.