Mural honoring three fallen Chicago officers vandalized on Southwest Side: officials

The Brief

  • A mural honoring fallen Chicago police officers Luis Huesca, Andrés Vásquez Lasso and Enrique Martinez was vandalized with graffiti Monday in the 6800 block of South Pulaski Road on the city’s Southwest Side.
  • Authorities have not released information about any suspects, and no arrests have been made. Local officials, including Ald. Jim Gardiner and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, condemned the vandalism.
  • Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest or indictment. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-535-STOP (7867) or online at CPDTIP.com.

CHICAGO A mural honoring three fallen Chicago police officers on the city’s Southwest Side was defaced with graffiti Monday, prompting authorities to seek information about those responsible.

What we know:

The vandalism occurred in the 6800 block of South Pulaski Road, according to Cook County Crime Stoppers.

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