Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson is expected to name Fred Waller Wednesday to serve as interim Chicago police superintendent once he takes office, sources said.
He would take over as interim police Superintendent in May 15, the same day current interim Superintendent Eric Carter will retire and the day Johnson officially becomes mayor."I always tell these young officers and I try to encourage them that you can do good police work in this environment," Waller said. "You can still remain professional in this environment even though you are being disrespected on a daily basis.
Mayor-Elect Johnson will be presented with three finalists for police superintendent by commission for public safety and accountability by July 14.He will be sworn in at the Credit Union One Arena at UIC Pavilion the morning of May 15, along with new members of City Council.
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