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Chicago P.D.

Police Department | Chicago, IL

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5
Tracked releases

Published incidents tied to this agency

464.4 days
Average release

5 measured releases

1/5
Within 60 days

Measured against Chicago's agency-specific release deadline

11
Official videos

0 TBL video views

Release Timing

Calculated from published incidents with both an incident date and release date.

5 releases measured
Average release
464.4 days
Median release
124 days
Fastest release
44 days
Slowest release
1775 days

Source Coverage

Published incidents
5
Official videos
11
Cited sources
15
Latest release
Jun 17, 2026

Latest Release Timing

Recent tracked releases with incident date, release date, and measured delay.

20% within 60 days
IncidentIncident DateRelease DateDelay
COPA Releases Chicago PD Video and Materials From 2021 Officer-Involved ShootingAug 7, 2021Jun 17, 20261775 days
COPA Releases Materials From Chicago PD Officer-Involved Shooting Near 7900 S. InglesideJan 23, 2026May 27, 2026124 days
COPA Releases Video & Other Materials From Chicago PD Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Near 800 N. HomanMar 9, 2026May 11, 202663 days
COPA Releases Chicago PD Bodycam Footage of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting, 8200 Block Of South DrexelJun 5, 2025Apr 17, 2026316 days
COPA Releases Chicago PD Bodycam Video From Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Near 5700 N. WashtenawDec 9, 2025Jan 22, 202644 days

Agency Transparency Indicators

These indicators describe source availability and release infrastructure. They do not grade the agency or determine whether any action in a specific incident was lawful or unlawful.

6 / 10 located

Dedicated transparency page

Located

Agency maintains or links to a public critical incident, transparency, or release page.

Public video channel

Located

Agency uses YouTube, Vimeo, or a similar public platform for video releases.

Release timing visible

Located

Incident and release dates can be identified for at least one tracked release.

Source records linked

Located

Tracked releases include cited source records or source links.

Official video located

Located

At least one tracked release includes an official video source.

Official website available

Located

Users can identify the agency's official website for additional public-record context.

Public-record instructions available

Not located

Users can identify how to request public records or submit a records request.

Bodycam policy public

Not located

A body-worn camera policy or related public-safety video policy is linked.

Use-of-force policy public

Not located

A use-of-force policy or policy manual section is linked.

Complaint or oversight process linked

Not located

Complaint process or oversight body information is linked.

Linked Incidents

5 published incidents tied to this agency.

Official SourceCritical
5:59
Incident Date
Aug 7, 2021
Released
Jun 17, 2026
TBL-IL-2026-0006

COPA Releases Chicago PD Video and Materials From 2021 Officer-Involved Shooting

COPA released video and related materials from the August 7, 2021 officer-involved shooting near 6300 South Bell Avenue. The incident involved a civilian being shot by a Chicago Police Department member and resulted in the death of Officer Ella French and serious injury to Officer Carlos Yanez Jr. Court orders restricting release in People v. Eric Morgan and in People v. Emonte Morgan are no longer in effect, allowing the materials to be released in response to a FOIA request, in keeping with transparency commitments.

Chicago P.D.Chicago, ILOfficer-Involved Shooting, Gun
Official SourceCritical
11:36
Incident Date
Jan 23, 2026
Released
May 27, 2026
TBL-IL-2026-0004

COPA Releases Materials From Chicago PD Officer-Involved Shooting Near 7900 S. Ingleside

COPA released materials related to an officer-involved shooting near 7900 S. Ingleside after a March 2026 court order restricting release was vacated. The incident began with two on-duty CPD officers responding to a domestic disturbance call; a suspect discharged a weapon inside a residence, striking a victim. The officers observed the suspect walking on Ingleside, followed, and engaged in gunfire before the suspect was apprehended; the suspect was taken to the hospital in critical condition. A gun was recovered on scene. COPA is the designated agency authorized to release video and other materials per the Consent Decree and City Video Release Policy.

Chicago P.D.Chicago, ILOfficer-Involved Shooting, Gun
Official SourceCritical
5:40
Incident Date
Jun 5, 2025
Released
Apr 17, 2026
TBL-IL-2026-0002

COPA Releases Chicago PD Bodycam Footage of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting, 8200 Block Of South Drexel

COPA was notified of an officer-involved shooting in the 8200 block of South Drexel that resulted in the death of Officer Krystal Rivera. It was later advised that Rivera’s death was due to an unintentional discharge by Rivera’s partner. COPA will continue to investigate and release information as necessary, and it extends condolences to those grieving.

Chicago P.D.Chicago, ILOfficer-Involved Shooting, Gun
Official SourceCritical
6:47
Incident Date
Dec 9, 2025
Released
Jan 22, 2026
TBL-IL-2026-0001

COPA Releases Chicago PD Bodycam Video From Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Near 5700 N. Washtenaw

COPA released video and materials related to a fatal officer-involved shooting near 5700 N. Washtenaw. Preliminary information indicates two on-duty CPD officers were investigating a stolen-vehicle call when one individual fled and another attempted to re-enter a dark-colored sedan; a struggle occurred, and an officer fired once as the individual drove away, striking him. The individual was transported to a hospital and pronounced deceased, while the officer was treated at a hospital in good condition. Two weapons were recovered at the scene.

Chicago P.D.Chicago, ILOfficer-Involved Shooting, Gun

Researcher Quick Facts

Jurisdiction
Chicago, IL
Agency type
Police Department
Latest tracked release
Jun 17, 2026
Video platforms
vimeo
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State Disclosure Context

Public-records and body-camera release context for Chicago P.D..

Chicago ordinance: body-camera footage for police shootings is generally required to be released within 60 days unless a court orders non-release.
Release deadline
Chicago ordinance: body-camera footage for police shootings is generally required to be released within 60 days unless a court orders non-release.
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Incident Types

Officer-Involved Shooting, Gun4
Officer-Involved Shooting, Vehicle1

Severity Mix

Critical5