A Chicago police sergeant was shot in the face in the 6th District Sunday afternoon, the department said.
Police Superintendent David O. Brown in Chicago said the sergeant had picked up a pasture in the ken area and was transported to a local hospital in good condition.
Brown said the sergeant is recovering in hospital and is in a good mood. ‘
“Our officers show an enormous degree of resilience and put them in harm’s way every day, whether it is responding to a call or simply standing in their own parking lot,” Brown said.
It remains unclear whether the sergeant – whose identity was not disclosed – was deliberately targeted or hit by a stray bullet.
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Detectives are investigating. No offenders are in custody.
This is an evolving story. Check back for updates.