Chicago police are searching for a suspect who stole an extremely valuable violin on a CTA Blue Line train this weekend.
According to the CTA, the violin was stolen from a Blue Line train in the 100 block of West Lake on Friday night at approximately 9 p.m. Friday.
According to police, the violin was custom-made, with a distinct wood grain finish on its back. It was in a black storage case, and doesn’t have a serial number, as it was custom-made.
The violin is believed to be valued at approximately $10,000.
The suspect is described as a man between the ages of 30 and 40, standing between 5-feet-8 inches tall and 5-feet-11 inches tall. He was wearing a black jacket with white-striped sleeves, black pants and white shoes.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Chicago police at 312-745-4447, or to submit an anonymous tip on the CPD’s website.
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