Off-duty CPD Officer, 2 People Exchange Gunfire in South Loop
Incident Occurs Early Saturday Morning
According to Chicago police, no one was injured after an off-duty Chicago police officer exchanged gunfire with two people in the South Loop early Saturday morning.
Details of the Incident
A man, 25, was on the sidewalk in the first block of West Polk Street at 3:45 a.m. when two people approached him, police said. A woman, a 25-year-old off-duty Chicago police officer, approached the group in a car, and one of the two people who had approached the man on the sidewalk shot at her before she shot back at them.
Investigation Underway
No injuries were reported, and no one is in custody, police said. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating the incident.
Background
Conclusion
While the incident was alarming, fortunately, no one was injured. The investigation is ongoing, and it’s unclear what led to the exchange of gunfire. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks that police officers face on a daily basis.
FAQs
* Who was involved in the incident?
+ An off-duty Chicago police officer and two unidentified individuals
* What happened during the incident?
+ The two individuals approached a man on the sidewalk, and the off-duty officer arrived in a car. One of the individuals shot at the officer, who then shot back at them.
* Were any injuries reported?
+ No, no one was injured during the incident.
* Is anyone in custody?
+ No, no one is in custody at this time.
* Who is investigating the incident?
+ The Civilian Office of Police Accountability
