Chicago police officer involved in Dexter Reed shooting…
Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times — 2026-02-10
Chicago police officer Thomas Spanos, involved in the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed in 2024, has been accused of threatening a detective at a bar over weekend incidents. The department and COPA have opened investigations into these allegations.
Key Facts
- Officer Thomas Spanos was involved in the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed during a traffic stop in Humboldt Park in March 2024.
- Spanos is accused of threatening to beat up a fellow cop at a bar, leading to an investigation by the police department and COPA.
- The incident occurred on February 10, 2026, at Tommy’s on Higgins in Norwood Park, Chicago.
Incident Details
| Location | Norwood Park, Chicago |
| Department | Chicago Police Department |
| Officers Involved | Thomas Spanos and Nicholas Prozanski |
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Chicago police officer involved in Dexter Reed shooting accused of threatening detective at bar — Chicago Sun-Times
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