Diner owner stabbed in $0 robbery on W. Belmont
Brothers Restaurant closed Monday after an intruder attacked two staff members and fled with cash.
By Leila Mansour ·
A diner on the Northwest Side closed its doors Monday morning after a violent robbery left one owner with a knife wound.
Chicago Police responded to the 3000 block of W. Belmont Avenue at 4:29 a.m. Officers found that a man had broken through the glass front door. He carried a sharp object and demanded money from the two employees inside. The suspect then fought the workers and sprayed a chemical irritant at them before grabbing cash and running away.
Paramedics treated both men at the scene. A 39-year-old man declined further medical care. A 37-year-old man sustained minor injuries and was transported to Swedish Hospital in fair condition.
The owners posted on Instagram to inform the community of the incident. They stated that the cash register was taken during the break-in. The post noted that one owner was stabbed and a cook was knocked unconscious. The restaurant said it hopes to reopen this week.
Police have not released a description of the suspect or announced any arrests. Investigators have not specified the type of chemical used or the total amount of cash stolen. The restaurant remains closed as it prepares to return to service.
