FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2024
COPA PROVIDES UPDATE ON OFF-DUTY OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING NEAR 50 W. POLK ST
Today, the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is providing an update regarding an off-duty officer-involved shooting that occurred near 50 W. Polk St. COPA investigators responded to the scene immediately and commenced an investigation.
On November 16, 2024, the Chicago Police Department (CPD) notified COPA of an off-duty officer-involved shooting. Preliminary information indicates this incident began when an off-duty CPD officer observed individuals with firearms approaching a pedestrian. During the encounter, the individuals exchanged gunfire with the off-duty officer before fleeing the scene. The off-duty officer and pedestrian were not struck by gunfire. It is unknown at this time if anyone else was injured.
COPA can confirm a portion of the incident is captured on third-party cameras. Materials related to this incident will be posted to our website in accordance with the City’s Video Release Policy within 60 days of the incident unless prohibited by court order.
Anyone with information or video footage related to this incident is urged to contact our office at 312-746-3609 or by visiting ChicagoCOPA.org.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Rottner – Director of News Affairs
Ph: 312-720-8560 / Email: jennifer.rottner@chicagocopa.org