Chicago police are conducting a death investigation after an officer was found dead of an apparent suicide inside a residence.
police district on Saturday morning.
While the cause of death has not officially been determined, officials say that the death appears to be an apparent suicide. “The loss of an officer is a stark reminder of the many sacrifices and demands members of law enforcement face each and every day,” CPD Superintendent David Brown said in a statement. “This tragic situation underscores the importance of prioritizing our mental and emotional health and well-being.”“My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family, friends and loved ones of the Chicago police officer who tragically took his own life this morning,” she said.
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