Night life crime exposed

Night life crime exposed
Night life crime exposed

Night life crime exposed

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The snow is not gone yet but police in Lakeview have been preparing to deal with the crime surrounding the city’s night life. One police commander has implemented an “Entertainment Detail” to patrol the neighborhood’s vibrant scene that includes bars and restaurants that cater to Cubs fans as well as to the city’s gay and lesbian community. But how bad is crime in an area that has shootings and homicides in the single digits? WBEZ web producer Elliot Ramos breaks down the numbers. Photo: (Flickr/Tony B)