Chicago Police Promoted Officers Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Originally reported by Chicago Suntimes — 2025-12-04
Two Chicago police sergeants promoted in spring 2025 faced disciplinary actions after investigations revealed misconduct: one created a fake Facebook account, sent a nude photo of a woman he was sexually involved with, and lied to investigators, while another was accused of sexual assault and domestic violence. Independent investigators from the Civilian Office of Police Accountability recommended firing both, but the first officer received a one-year suspension and was assigned to supervise downtown and West Loop officers, while the second’s case remains pending. Despite their disciplinary records, promotions were based on test scores, contrasting with cities like New York and Los Angeles, which consider misconduct in promotions. Chicago’s system, under a state consent decree since 2018, has spent over $430,000 on reforms but continues to face criticism for prioritizing exams over accountability.
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Chicago Police Promoted Officers Despite Clear Sexual Misconduct: A Systemic Accountability Failure — Chicago Suntimes
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