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Man charged in Bucktown carjacking incidents after reported child kidnapping attempt

Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
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Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.

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Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 12:27 PM · 1 min read
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Man charged in Bucktown carjacking incidents after reported child kidnapping attempt — Buffalo Grove Community news

A man is facing charges after a reported child kidnapping attempt and a subsequent carjacking on the city's Northwest Side Thursday, according to Chicago police.

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