Dear Neighbors,

My office was made aware of a tragic incident this morning located at the 18th police district’s station where an officer was found with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. This is a deep loss to our community. I send my sincerest condolences to the officer's family and loved ones as they navigate this difficult loss. I also want every single Police Officer in the 18th district and across our City to know that they are in our thoughts, and their service, dedication, and commitment to our City will never be forgotten.

Please see the statement released this morning by the 18th District Police:

“The Chicago Police Department is mourning the tragic loss of an officer within the 18th District station. Detectives are currently conducting a death investigation. Our officers are human, and we cannot forget that they face the same challenges as everyone else while balancing the difficulties that come with being a police officer. We ask the public to keep this officer's family and her fellow officers in your prayers as we grieve this unimaginable loss.”

At this time, the 18th District station is closed for service as detectives continue their investigation. Service calls within the 18th District are being handled by nearby districts. If you need assistance through a police station, please visit the 19th District Station at 850 West Addison St or the 1st District Station at 1718 South State Street.

The death investigation is ongoing. No matter the outcome, I want to express that you are not alone. If you or a loved one needs help, please reach out to someone. If you don’t know where to start, below is a list of helpful resources.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a free, 24/7, confidential service that provides support and connections to resources for those in distress. Call or text 988 or go to 988lifeline.org/chat to start a chat with a trained listener.
Some areas of Chicago are covered under the CARE program, which connects trained mental health professionals to 911 callers experiencing a mental health crises. Mental health professionals can respond to calls with on-site support, help directing the caller to mental health care and follow-up calls. See those areas here.
Chicago area support resources for mental health crises can be found here.
The Chicago Department of Public Health Mental Health Centers offer care that provides support for emotional, traumatic, or behavioral difficulties. All Mental Health Centers provide outpatient mental health services for adults, children and adolescents including intake/screening, individual therapy, group therapy, case management, and medication management (same-day medication appointments). Support is based on needs identified by the consumer, including goals, objectives, and specific mental health services. These services are provided free of charge to all Chicagoans.
Chicago and suburban Cook County residents can access 2-1-1 and get connected to critical health and social services. 2-1-1 is a free, local, 24/7/365 service that connects all Cook County residents to essential health and social service support and information during times of non-emergency crisis and for everyday needs.