VIDEO: 3-4 Chicago Officers Hurt After 'Protesters' Attack Following Shooting
by Christopher BergProtesters turned violent Saturday night following a fatal officer-involved shooting.
Chicago, IL - Protesters in Chicago started attacking police officers following a fatal officer-involved shooting earlier Saturday evening (videos below.)
The incident happened in the area of 71st St and Chappel Ave at around 5:30 p.m.
Chicago PD Chief of Patrol Fred Waller said that officers were working foot patrol when they spotted a man who looked like he may have a weapon in his waistband.
The officers confronted the suspect, who then became combative. As the suspect fought with officers, he flailed away from them.
The suspect then appeared to be reaching for his weapon, and officers fatally shot him.
Officers recovered a semi-automatic firearm and magazines from the suspect.
Chief Waller added that the suspect did not have a concealed carry permit.
The suspect and officers have not been identified at this time.
Almost immediately following the shooting, a large crowd of protesters formed and started threatening to shoot the police.
The crowd spread the story about how a barber named "Snoop" was unarmed and shot in the back as he was walking home from work.
The crowd also created a second narrative where people claimed that Snoop was armed, but they said he had a concealed carry permit.
The crowd started jumping on police cars and clashing with officers.
Many in the crowd threatened police officers, saying that they better not be around come nighttime.
At around sunset, people in the crowd started to throw glass bottles, rocks, and bottles of urine at officers. Chief Waller said three to four officers were injured in the attacks.
Officers responded by ordering the protesters back and taking down troublemakers and people who refused to listen.
You can see multiple videos from Chicago Sun-Times reported Nader Issa below:
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38 Responses
Righton17
Jul 19, 2018 Video clearly shows that the dead perp tried to pull his weapon, a firearm, from his right side and that he was shot accordingly. Good job by the cops, but the ignorant crowd can't comprehend. So stupid, so very stupid.
PD62rocks
Jul 19, 2018 not impressed with the "reporter". He said the cops charged into the parking lot and started hitting people. Sorry, I saw ONE cop tap one of the "protesters" with the end of his baton. If this guy's video doesn't show what he professes, he shouldn't be claiming it. And what started all of the police rush was the guy in the blue cap and white T shirt pushing against them and getting combative with officers. Does this reporter not see that? Then he says he got "shoved to the ground." Really? How come he was standing up after they knocked his phone out of his hand? And the only reason they got after him was that they had repeatedly told him to get back. Yeah, he told them he was a reporter and they said "that's fine" but back up. He kept disobeying that direct, lawful order and that's how he got his phone knocked down, etc. And did you notice in his last post featured here, he says "I lost my balance but can't remember if I hit the ground or not." This is AFTER he claimed he was shoved to the ground. Look at your video, Mr. Reporter. It will show you didn't get pushed to the ground and the cops were justified in pushing you back when you kept disobeying their orders to back up. As a former journalist, I know how things work. You have to get the story but that doesn't give you the right to interfere! This guy needs to go back to school and learn the basics or travel with a more experienced reporter, a real one. He has the attitude that because he carries a press pass, he can go wherever he wants to. Doesn't work that way. I never DEMANDED entrance to a crime scene, fire scene or anything else and if I got too close and they told me to get back I did. This guy is a disgrace to the profession because of that and his very apparent bias against police and for people who are breaking the law and out of control. It's like he bought into THEIR story and tried to slant his reporting that way.
Sugaree
Jul 16, 2018 Jimhilton911 you speak the truth. The hideous thoughts that certain people have will eventually go right back in their faces. I stand with your post, 100 percent. Someday the shoes will be on the other feet.
joaquinradioman
Jul 16, 2018 Seeking justice had nothing to do with these protests...these are just thugs looking to spread hate!!!
Budman
Jul 16, 2018 Al Sharpton is on the the way!
KCN
Jul 16, 2018 So true Jimhilton911 ! People act like criminals before they even know the full story. You don't want to chance being shot by someone (Police Officer) that want to keep themselves safe so they can go home to their family at the end of the day, then follow their damn orders!!! Look at the numerous Police Officers being shot around the country. Can you blame them for taking action when one does not follow direction ? Better to be judged by 12, than carried by 6! Anyone who riots in such situations are no better than the criminals who commit the crimes that disrupt their neighborhoods. You want civility in your neighborhood, then quit being part of the problem!
Jimhilton911
Jul 16, 2018 I'm trying to figure out what the hell the problem is here? If I'm a police officer and I see suspicious behavior and a bulge I believe to be a gun, as an officer sworn to uphold the law I have a duty to protect my community -that's the whole reason they hired me! Thus I have an obligation to inquire. If the citizen cooperates and produces a valid concealed carry permit, then I apologize for any inconvenience, and we all go on our merry way! But if the citizen fails to cooperate, appears mentally unstable by exhibiting unruly and agitated behavior, or proceeds to behave like a perpetrator then as a law officer I will shift gears and proceed to treat him or her like a criminal. If he becomes combative (like he did in this case), and "reaches" in anger for what I believe to be a gun, what am I supposed to do? Wait for him to pull out the gun and shoot me dead?! Is that what you armchair experts on the left would do if you were in this situation? As it turns out in this case it WAS a gun, it WAS illegally concealed, and the man WAS also resisting! And so what does the community do before finding out any of the relevant facts of the case? They pull an Al Sharpton and riot! They jump on up and down on police cars and burn and loot! They scream for police to be shot! You know what I say? Screw all you lefty jackasses!!! Our police officers have every right to defend themselves, just like the rest of us.
Hi_estComnDenomn
Jul 16, 2018 @LEO0301 You mentoned 'strict minority laws' did you not? My response was saying you have the wrong demographic because that should more apply to Midwestern white women currently.
LEO0301
Jul 16, 2018 I read my previous comment and at no point do I mention current incarceration rates. What I did mention is that black children mostly grow up in single family homes. In fact, if you look at current stats, you'll see that number has risen to over 72%. If you think that number is exaggerated, bring up your own numbers to show otherwise.
Hi_estComnDenomn
Jul 15, 2018 @LEO0301 Are you getting your info from 1994? Do me a favor: check to see who is the fastest growing demographic for prison currently. Here's a hint. It looks less like me, more like @Katarina. on that note, i wish the katarinas of the country would behave themselves. The rampant drug use and kid fucking is getting out of hand.