Chicago police are searching for a man they say exposed himself on a CTA Brown Line train near the Diversey station on Monday afternoon. Detectives say the incident happened around 3:30 p.m., and they have released a description of the suspect while asking the public to help put a name to his face. Mass Transit detectives report they are following up on tips from riders and commuters as the investigation moves forward.
Police community alert
According to FOX 32 Chicago, the Chicago Police Department issued a community alert that briefly described the man and confirmed that the incident took place on a Brown Line train near the Diversey stop. The alert did not spell out exactly what occurred on the train but urged anyone with information to contact transit detectives.
Suspect description
Police describe the suspect as a white male wearing a black surgical mask, a white-and-black hat and polo shirt, black shorts and white-and-black shoes, and carrying a black backpack, per ABC7 Chicago. Authorities have not said which direction he was last seen walking, and the public alert did not include a surveillance image.
How riders can help
Anyone with information is asked to contact CPD public transit detectives at (312) 745-4447 or submit an anonymous tip through CPDTIP.com using reference RD JK216731, according to FOX 32 Chicago. Detectives note that small details such as clothing, the exact time, or the direction of travel can be important, and they encourage riders who recorded video or photos to share them with investigators.
Transit safety context
The alert comes as transit safety is drawing extra scrutiny after other on-train incidents prompted public calls for more surveillance and policing. The CTA's security page notes that the Chicago Police Department provides law enforcement on CTA property through a Public Transportation unit and urges riders to report emergencies by calling 911 or contacting transit staff directly, per CTA.
Police are asking anyone who witnessed the Brown Line incident, saved video or photos, or has other information to preserve that material and contact detectives. For any situation that poses an immediate threat, riders should call 911.
