A Chicago gym is holding a series of self-defense classes – for free – in response to recent abduction attempts in the West Loop.
On the same day, that suspect – who is a registered sex offender – allegedly beat up a second woman in the 100 block of Roosevelt Road and attacked a third woman on South State Street.
The owner of POW! Gym Chicago says she hopes the classes give people confidence if they find themselves in a similar situation. "I think what we want people to realize is, you know, they can acquire these skills, and it is part of a skill set that has value when you live in the city. I mean, Chicago is an urban environment where we take public transportation. So that's a very different type of lifestyle than someone who maybe lives in Houston where they drive everywhere.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
West Loop Community Organization partners with POW to host free Self-defense classesThe Chicago West Loop community organization is hosting free self-defense classes Saturday.
Read more »
Chicago Urban League hosting 'Steppin' Against Gun Violence' event in West Pullman neighborhoodA new event happening this month is all about stopping the violence in Chicago and dancing for a great cause.
Read more »
Chicago armed robbers strike 12 times in 3 hours overnightChicago police are warning the public about recent armed robberies on the North and West sides.
Read more »