Chicago Police Seek Suspect in Alleged Antisemitic CTA Red Line Attack
Chicago police are searching for a suspect in an alleged antisemitic attack on the CTA Red Line near the Granville stop.
Chicago, IL, September 9, 2026 — Chicago police have initiated a search for an individual believed to be involved in an alleged antisemitic attack. The incident reportedly occurred on the CTA Red Line, with the location specified as being near the Granville stop.
Authorities are actively seeking a suspect in connection with the reported hate crime. Details regarding the specific date and time of the incident have not been publicly disclosed. The Chicago Police Department has not yet released a description of the suspect, nor have they provided further information about the nature of the alleged antisemitic actions that took place on the train.
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has not issued a formal statement regarding the incident at this time, beyond acknowledging the ongoing police investigation. The investigation is currently focused on identifying and apprehending the individual responsible. Further information is expected to be released by law enforcement as the search progresses.
The alleged attack took place on a CTA Red Line train. The Granville station serves the Uptown neighborhood on Chicago’s North Side, a busy transit point. The specific circumstances leading up to, during, and after the alleged attack are not yet public knowledge. Police are urging anyone with information pertaining to the incident to come forward.
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