Two Smoke Shops Burglarized in Lincoln Park; Mr. Vape Targeted Twice in a Month

CHICAGO, IL — Business owners in Lincoln Park are raising alarms after a pair of smoke shops were burglarized in quick succession, highlighting a recurring pattern of retail theft in the area.

The burglaries targeted two specialty vape and smoke shops located in the trendy North Side neighborhood. Among the victimized businesses was 'Mr. Vape', which police confirmed was broken into for the second time in less than thirty days. In both incidents, suspects forced entry during the early morning hours, causing property damage and making off with valuable merchandise and cash drawers.

Local business groups are calling for increased police patrols along commercial corridors as store owners invest in extra security measures, such as reinforced glass and roll-down security shutters. The Chicago Police Department has not announced any arrests in connection with the break-ins, and the investigation remains ongoing.