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us-news1 year ago•2 min saved

"Chicago Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of Dexter Reed, Jr. Amid Questions on Reform and Use of Force"

The fatal shooting of 26-year-old Dexter Reed, Jr., by Chicago police officers during a traffic stop last month is under investigation, with the city’s Civilian Office of Police Accountability releasing body-camera videos and other materials related to the incident. According to the office's chief administrator, preliminary information suggests that Reed fired first, injuring an officer, and in response, four officers fired approximately 96 shots at Reed, including after he exited his vehicle and while he was lying on the ground.

via The New York Times|

#chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #dexter-reed-jr

law-and-order1 year ago•7 min saved

"Unanswered Questions Surrounding Chicago Police's Fatal Shooting of Dexter Reed"

The killing of Dexter Reed by Chicago police has reignited scrutiny of the city's police reform efforts, with concerns raised about the department's approach to a federal consent decree and the use of deadly force. The incident has brought the police department back under national media scrutiny and highlighted its increasing reliance on traffic stops as a crime-fighting tactic. The ACLU of Illinois has sued the police department over a pattern of stops disproportionately targeting Black and Latino drivers, while the department's leaders acknowledge the need for significant structural and cultural change. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating the shooting, with questions raised about the officers' use of force and training.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#chicago-police #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #law-and-order

law-and-order1 year ago•7 min saved

"Unanswered Questions Surrounding the Fatal Shooting of Dexter Reed by Chicago Police"

The release of body-worn camera footage showing Chicago police officers firing 96 times at Dexter Reed during a traffic stop has raised questions about the circumstances of his killing and the officers' use of force. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability has called for the officers involved to be stripped of their police powers as they investigate the incident, which also raises concerns about the validity of the traffic stop. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with potential criminal charges and administrative actions against the officers pending.

via Chicago Tribune|

#chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #investigation

law-enforcement1 year ago•2 min saved

Chicago Police Fired Over 200 Shots in Two Fatal Traffic Stop Incidents

An internal letter from the Civilian Office of Police Accountability revealed that a Chicago police officer fired at least 50 times during a traffic stop that led to the death of 26-year-old Dexter Reed and the injury of another officer. The letter raised concerns about the validity of the traffic stop and the proportionality of the police response, as well as the specific officer's conduct. Governor JB Pritzker also expressed concerns and called for a full investigation into the incident.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #law-enforcement

crime-and-justice1 year ago•3 min saved

"Chicago Police Shooting of Dexter Reed Sparks Protests and Investigations"

Chicago police officers fired 96 shots in 41 seconds, killing 26-year-old Dexter Reed during a traffic stop. Video footage released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability shows officers surrounding Reed's car and demanding he exit before shots are fired. The investigation remains ongoing, with conflicting reports on who fired first. The incident has sparked protests and renewed outrage over police brutality and excessive use of force, prompting calls for justice and transparency in the investigation.

via The Washington Post|

#black-lives-matter #chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability

law-enforcement1 year ago•6 min saved

Rapid Escalation: The Deadly CPD Shooting of Dexter Reed

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability and an independent expert are questioning the rapid escalation of a traffic stop involving Dexter Reed, which led to a shootout with Chicago Police that resulted in Reed's death and an officer's injury. Bodycam footage shows Reed firing first, but questions have been raised about the validity of the initial traffic stop and the proportionality of the officers' use of deadly force. While experts acknowledge that officers were justified in returning fire if Reed shot first, concerns remain about the lack of explanation to Reed about the stop and the tactical unit's involvement in routine traffic stops.

via CBS Chicago|

#chicago-police-department #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #law-enforcement

law-and-crime1 year ago•5 min saved

"Fatal Traffic Stop: Chicago Police Fired 96 Shots at Dexter Reed, Bodycam Footage Revealed"

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is questioning the traffic stop that led to the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed by Chicago police officers, noting that the officers involved were already under investigation for a similar stop. Videos of the incident show officers firing nearly 100 shots at Reed, raising concerns about the proportionality of their use of force. The oversight agency has called for four of the five officers involved to be stripped of their police powers while the incident is investigated. Reed's family and their attorneys are demanding that the officers be fired and charged, emphasizing the need for accountability and compliance with federal mandates for change within the Police Department.

via Block Club Chicago|

#accountability #chicago-police #civilian-office-of-police-accountability

crime-and-justice1 year ago•5 min saved

"Excessive Force: Chicago Police Fire 96 Shots in Deadly Traffic Stop"

Video footage released by a police oversight agency shows plainclothes Chicago police officers firing nearly 100 shots in 41 seconds during a traffic stop, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old Black man and injuring one officer. The family questions the police account and demands the firing of the officers involved. The incident has sparked protests and calls for a swift investigation, with the mayor vowing transparency and the Cook County state's attorney's office pledging a relentless pursuit of justice.

via Fox News|

#body-worn-camera-footage #chicago-police #civilian-office-of-police-accountability

crime-and-justice1 year ago•4 min saved

"Chicago Police Fire Nearly 100 Shots in 41 Seconds During Fatal Traffic Stop: Videos"

Video footage released by a police oversight agency shows plainclothes Chicago police officers firing nearly 100 shots over 41 seconds during a traffic stop, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old Black man, Dexter Reed, and injuring one officer. The family questions the police account and demands a swift investigation, while the mayor vows transparency and a full investigation. The incident has raised concerns about racial bias and excessive use of force within the police department, which has been under a consent decree since 2019.

via The Associated Press|

#body-worn-camera-footage #chicago-police #civilian-office-of-police-accountability

crime-and-justice1 year ago•7 min saved

"Graphic Video: Chicago Police Fire 96 Shots in Fatal Traffic Stop"

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability released a harrowing video showing Chicago police officers firing dozens of bullets at 26-year-old Dexter Reed during a traffic stop in the Humboldt Park neighborhood, resulting in his death. Mayor Brandon Johnson called the footage "deeply disturbing" and emphasized the need for accountability and building trust between communities and the police. The shooting remains under investigation, with the mayor and other officials expressing commitment to finding justice for all parties involved. Reed's family and their attorneys called for accountability and questioned the officers' response to a simple traffic violation.

via Chicago Tribune|

#chicago-police #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #crime-and-justice

crime-and-justice1 year ago•6 min saved

"Chicago Police Release Graphic Video of Deadly Shooting: Dexter Reed Shot 96 Times in 41 Seconds"

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability released a graphic video showing Chicago police fatally shooting Dexter Reed, 26, during a traffic stop in March. Reed shot at officers first, hitting one in the forearm, before officers fired about 96 times in 41 seconds. The watchdog recommended relieving four officers of police powers while the investigation is ongoing. Reed's family plans to host a news conference to discuss the video, and they have pushed for the release of evidence to understand what happened. Reed, a gifted athlete and aspiring clothing designer, was known for his ambition and love for basketball. Community leaders and organizations are calling for an independent and thorough investigation into Reed's death.

via Block Club Chicago|

#chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability #crime-and-justice

law-enforcement1 year ago•2 min saved

"Watchdog Releases Bodycam Footage of Chicago Police Firing 96 Shots in Fatal Dexter Reed Shooting"

Bodycam footage from a fatal traffic stop in Chicago shows the chaotic moments before and after 26-year-old Dexter Reed was fatally shot by police. The footage reveals officers surrounding Reed's vehicle and giving verbal commands before gunfire breaks out, with 96 shots fired over 41 seconds. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is conducting an ongoing investigation into the officers' use of deadly force, with preliminary reports indicating that Reed fired first, striking an officer, and four officers returned fire. Reed was pronounced deceased after being transported to the hospital, and a gun was recovered from his vehicle.

via CNN|

#bodycam-footage #chicago #civilian-office-of-police-accountability