Chicago faces rising crime rates and theft incidents as it prepares for the Democratic National Convention, with concerns over safety and security in the city.
Key Points
Rising crime rates in Chicago with 19 people killed and over 100 injured by shootings over the Fourth of July weekend
Increase in sexual assaults, robberies, battery, theft, and motor vehicle theft in the city
Recent theft incident at luxury retailer Prada as the city braces for the DNC
Authorities implementing strict security measures for the convention