Chicago, IL – A horrifying crime has shaken the South Side community after an 82-year-old woman was sexually assaulted during a brutal home invasion Wednesday evening.
According to Chicago police, the attack occurred just before 7 p.m. in the 1600 block of W. 82nd Street. The suspect, a male, forced his way into the elderly woman’s home through a window before violently striking her in the face, causing her to fall. Authorities say he then proceeded to sexually assault her before fleeing the scene.
First responders arrived quickly, treating the woman on-site before transporting her to Little Company of Mary Hospital. She remains hospitalized for observation but is reportedly in good condition.
Authorities have not released a description of the suspect, but they confirmed that the victim and her attacker did not know each other. No arrests have been made, and police are actively investigating the case.
This heartbreaking assault has left the community outraged, with residents calling for increased security and justice for the victim. Anyone with information is urged to contact Chicago police as the search for the suspect continues.
