Officer’s Gun Accidentally Discharges During Arrest in Austin Neighborhood
Pursuit and Arrest
A Chicago police officer’s gun accidentally discharged as three robbery suspects were being arrested early Thursday in the Austin neighborhood, the department said. The pursuit began when Illinois State Police troopers spotted a vehicle about 3 a.m. on the Dan Ryan Expressway and followed the suspects on the Dan Ryan from 63rd Street to near Cicero Avenue and Monroe Street, state police said.
Foot Chase and Arrest
Chicago police joined the pursuit, and the wanted vehicle crashed in the 4800 block of West Monroe Street about 3:15 a.m., police said. After a brief foot chase, officers were arresting the three suspects when an officer’s firearm discharged, officials said. No one was struck.
Injuries and Hospitalizations
Two of the suspects and an officer were hospitalized for observation, authorities said. A weapon was recovered from the scene and charges were pending, police said.
Investigation
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating the incident early Thursday. COPA is responding to an officer-involved shooting near 200 S. Cicero. If you were anyone you know has any information related to this incident, please call our office at 312-746-3609 or visit our website at https://t.co/LqABRQUFLE.
Call for Information
Anyone with information is encouraged to call COPA at 312-746-3609.
Conclusion
The incident is under investigation, and the Chicago Police Department is working to determine the circumstances surrounding the accidental discharge of the officer’s gun. The safety of the community and the officers involved is paramount, and the department will provide updates as more information becomes available.
FAQs
* What happened during the incident?
The officer’s gun accidentally discharged during the arrest of the three robbery suspects.
* How many people were injured?
Two of the suspects and an officer were hospitalized for observation.
* What is the status of the investigation?
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is investigating the incident.
* How can I provide information to the investigation?
You can call COPA at 312-746-3609 or visit their website at https://t.co/LqABRQUFLE.
