Overnight Burglary Spree Hits Six Chicago Businesses

Police warn business owners after string of break-ins across South and Southwest Side neighborhoods

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Chicago police are investigating a series of overnight burglaries that targeted six businesses across the city's South and Southwest Side neighborhoods early Wednesday morning. Surveillance footage shows four masked suspects smashing glass doors and windows, stealing cash registers, laptops, cameras, and money from a safe before fleeing in a black Infiniti sedan.

Why it matters

The string of burglaries highlights the ongoing challenge of property crime in Chicago, particularly in commercial areas. Business owners are concerned about the financial impact and damage caused by the break-ins, which come as many struggle to recover from the economic effects of the pandemic.

The details

According to police, the burglary spree occurred between 2:30 and 4:30 a.m. on March 4th. The suspects, described as four individuals wearing black ski masks, dark clothing, and gloves, targeted businesses in the Kenwood, South Shore, Washington Heights, Beverly, Archer Heights, and West Elsdon neighborhoods. One of the businesses hit was Angelo's Stuffed Pizza in Archer Heights, where surveillance cameras captured the entire break-in. The owner, Adrian Zamudio, says the stolen items and damage amount to thousands of dollars.

  • The burglaries occurred between 2:30 and 4:30 a.m. on March 4, 2026.
  • The break-in at Angelo's Stuffed Pizza in Archer Heights happened at around 3:58 a.m.

The players

Adrian Zamudio

The owner of Angelo's Stuffed Pizza in Archer Heights, a restaurant that has served the community for more than 30 years.

Chicago Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the string of overnight burglaries and warning business owners to be vigilant.

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What they’re saying

“It's frustrating. At the end of the day, I'm a father. My family works here. It doesn't make me feel good, and we do want to put an end to this.”

— Adrian Zamudio, Owner, Angelo's Stuffed Pizza (fox32chicago.com)

What’s next

Police are asking nearby businesses to check their surveillance cameras and report any suspicious activity. Authorities are also urging anyone with information about the burglaries to contact detectives or submit an anonymous tip.

The takeaway

The overnight burglary spree highlights the ongoing challenges that small business owners in Chicago face, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic. The break-ins underscore the need for continued efforts to address property crime and support local businesses as they work to recover and rebuild.