Dexter Reed, a man previously shot by Chicago police, was killed in an exchange of gunfire with officers. Lawsuits and court records reveal Reed's struggles and legal actions to address financial, medical, and psychological issues. COPA's ongoing investigation and concerns over the fatal police shooting are discussed by Chief Administrator Andrea Kersten on 'Chicago Tonight.' COPA released a video of the incident, leading to criticism of the officers involved.
Heh..... COPA releases video of CPD fatally shooting a convicted felon who opened fire on CPD and @ChicagosMayor holds a solemn press conference to allow COPA to trash officers. Ten shot in mass shooting, Johnson belatedly issues perfunctory statement. Johnson's priorities… https://t.co/vzLA4KXS6L
Court records examined by the Tribune show Dexter Reed repeatedly sought legal remedies for his financial, medical and psychological struggles after he was wounded in another shooting in August 2021. https://t.co/2HcZQALA0O
COPA Chief Administrator Andrea Kersten joins “Chicago Tonight” to discuss concerns over the ongoing investigation around the fatal police shooting of Dexter Reed. https://t.co/V2DQKRD8CR
Lawsuits filed by Dexter Reed paint picture of a troubled man trying to recover from being shot more than 2 years before he was killed in exchange of gunfire with Chicago police officers https://t.co/7VrHva2xtd
A must read for anyone looking for a clear explanation why Dexter Reed was shot by CPD. https://t.co/AWNfmtaX8f