CTA Worker Killed in Early Morning Attack | Chicago News

A Chicago Transit Authority worker, Thomas Kevin Barlow, 57, was fatally attacked early Monday near a CTA rail yard—police believe it was a botched carjacking. The tragic death has sparked outrage, with union leaders and community members demanding urgent safety reforms for transit workers, especially those on overnight shifts. Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for tips leading to an arrest. Authorities are still investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward anonymously via 1-800-535-7867 or CPDTIP.com. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d1653e635a5ad6dc