FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 11, 2025
COPA PROVIDES UPDATE ON OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING NEAR 2900 W. ADDISON STREET
Today, the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) is providing an update regarding an officer-involved shooting that occurred near 2900 W. Addison Street. COPA investigators immediately responded to the scene and began the investigation.
On August 7, 2025, the Chicago Police Department (CPD) notified COPA of an officer-involved shooting. Preliminary information indicates this incident when CPD officers observed multiple individuals burglarizing a business. The individuals then entered a sedan and SUV, and while attempting to flee, an officer was struck by one of the vehicles. As the officer was struck by the vehicle, the officer discharged their firearm.
Responding officers pursued the individuals who fled the scene. There are no reports of anyone being struck by gunfire. The officer who was struck during the initial pursuit was taken to the hospital in good condition. No officers were injured in the vehicle pursuit. No one is in custody.
COPA can confirm body-worn cameras captures the initial interaction and subsequent shooting. 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