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Suspect in Fatal CTA Stabbing Reportedly Stole From Victim; Had Four Violations While Wearing Ankle Monitor at Time of Attack

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A murder suspect accused of stabbing and killing a transport worker outside a train station in a daytime attack has reportedly had previous run-ins with the law.

It happened at Damon Green Line station just before 3pm. Thursday

Suspect Chavez Campbell, 37, was charged with murder. (Chicago Police Department)

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Campbell is said to have stabbed Mobley in the neck after an altercation when the suspect entered the station through the gate without paying.

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In a statement, the Amalgamated Transit Union said in part: "Brother Julian Mobley, a CTA janitor, ATU Local 308, was tragically killed while trying to stop a member from being attacked over a fare dispute. He died a hero."

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A janitor was stabbed to death when a homicide suspect attacked him on an ankle monitor, police said. (FOX32 Chicago)

"My administration is committed to doing everything in our power to ensure safety on the CTA for passengers and its dedicated employees who make public transit possible," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said in part of his statement.

Campbell faces charges including first degree murder, armed robbery and felon in possession of a weapon.

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