Chicago – A retired Chicago Police Department (CPD) sergeant has tragically died from what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to reports from local police scanner monitoring accounts on X (formerly Twitter).
The incident was first noted by the 16th & 17th District Chicago Police Scanner account, which picked up the information from Spot News, another account that provides real-time scanner updates. The event unfolded at a residence on 5730 Menard after a 911 call was placed reporting the suicide of a male friend.
Upon arriving, officers confirmed the tragic news in communications with dispatch, as heard over the scanners. “Okay, 1623, you request the ET for what?” a dispatcher inquired, to which an officer responded, “Bonafide DOA, retired sergeant, CPD, apparent self-inflicted wound.”
A retired Chicago PD sergeant has died of an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound on the northwest side of the city.
— 16th & 17th District Chicago Police Scanner (@CPD1617Scanner) January 26, 2025
Text NAMI to 741-741 for help or please call 800-950-NAMI (6264) or send an email to info@nami.org or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call… https://t.co/3liXb5R8KI
The identity of the retired sergeant has not been released pending further investigation by the CPD. Details surrounding the circumstances of the death are still under review, and the department has yet to provide additional information.
In response to this loss, Blue Lives Matter Chicago, an advocacy group focused on supporting police officers, has issued a statement calling for prayers for the CPD community and for the soul of the departed sergeant.
This incident adds to the ongoing concerns about mental health and stress among law enforcement officers, both active and retired. The CPD and community members are reminded of the resources available for those in need through various support programs.