A Chicago favorite and wanderer was badly beaten on Lower Wacker Drive on Tuesday, according to the Chicago PD. In what seems like a random attack by baseball bat. The suspect was captured on top of Walking Man while the assault was taking place. The sergeant told the suspect to get off and drop the bat. When the two were separated, the sergeant asked the victim what happened. He replied that he had said “Hi” to the suspect, who then began to punch him, according to the report.
Walking man has been a quiet, but beloved fixture of the city and the topic of many wild speculations on his life and history in Chicago. His signature grey beard and wild hair has been the focus of many spottings, with blogs, videos, and even documentaries created to meet Walking Man.
More about the police report here: Chicago Tribune