"The Chi" Actor Barton Fitzpatrick Robbed In Chicago: Report

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The suspect reportedly threatened the actor with a gun in an attempted carjacking.

Police are still investigating an attempted robbery that could have had a much scarier turnout. The ongoing reports about celebrities becoming victims of crime have been on an uptick in recent years. Sadly, we've reported on dozens of thefts, home invasions, and even murders, including yesterday's tragedy in Los Angeles. Philadelphia rapper PNB Rock lost his life in what reports state was a botched robbery, and Hip Hop continues to mourn—and debate—within the first 24 hours.

Another case out of Chicago was shared by TMZ after the outlet reported that Barton Fitzpatrick, the actor who portrays the character of Reg on The Chi, was robbed in the city.

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Chicago police reportedly revealed that Fitzpatrick "was a passenger in a car when someone slid into the back seat out of nowhere." The suspect had a gun and attempted a carjacking, but instead, took the actor's belongings before fleeing the scene. What was stolen wasn't listed, but it was shared that a necklace was reported as an item that was taken.

Thankfully, everyone walked away uninjured. Investigators are reportedly still searching for the suspect, but a description has not been shared at this time. Fitzpatrick has not made any statements about the robbery.


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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