Convicted Killer Mistakingly Released, Sheriff Seeks Public's Help

The Cook County Sheriff’s office is seeking the public’s help apprehending an offender that has been mistakenly released. 

Steven L. Robbins, 44 years of age, is described as a black male, approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, and weighs 190 pounds. He has a tattoo on the right side of his neck that reads “Nicole.” 

Robbins was born in Gary, Ind. and is serving a sentence in the Indiana Department of Corrections for murder. 

The Sheriff has ordered an investigation into the facts and circumstances regarding his court appearance and release from custody. 

Law enforcement is searching for Robbins. If anyone has any information on his whereabouts please call 708-865-4915. If you see Robbins, please do not approach him. Dial 911 and tell the operator his location.