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Chicago Man Charged with First-Degree Murder and Armed Robbery

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Published on October 04, 2023
Chicago Man Charged with First-Degree Murder and Armed RobberySource: Chicago Police Department

On Monday, October 2, 43-year-old Oscar Cruz was charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery.

The charges relate to an incident where Cruz allegedly assaulted and killed a 55-year-old man during a robbery attempt in the 5700 block of W. Diversey Ave, accordning to the Chicago Police Department.

The assailant was involved with a roberry where he struck a 55-year-old man muntiple times causing his death. The crime transpired in the 5700 block of W. Diversey Ave. (25th District).

Further details will be finalized during Cruz's detention hearing today.