Chicago police have issued warnings about a recent surge in burglaries targeting elderly residents on the South and Southwest sides of the city. Criminals are reportedly impersonating City of Chicago Water Department employees or construction workers to gain access to homes. This tactic is being used to lure seniors outside, allowing accomplices to enter and steal valuables. The Chicago Police Department (CPD) confirmed that there have been 16 home robberies affecting elderly residents across six South Side neighborhoods. Additionally, there has been an increase in auto burglaries in the 1631s beat over the past week, prompting a focused police response. Authorities continue to monitor other incidents, including a reported case of a Ukrainian flag being set on fire and a high-speed vehicle observed on Pulaski Avenue.