The Brief
- Police say Anthony Nelson was shot and grazed by an officer after he ran from an investigatory stop and had a gun.
- Nelson, who was hospitalized in good condition, now faces firearm and aggravated assault charges as a repeat felony offender.
- COPA is investigating the shooting, and Nelson’s family plans to speak publicly this afternoon.
CHICAGO – A man who was shot by Chicago police during a chase Tuesday morning has been charged with attacking an officer.
What we know:
Anthony Nelson, 25, allegedly tried to run from police officers during an investigatory stop just before noon in the 5600 block of South Michigan Avenue, according to police. Officers reportedly saw a gun and chased Nelson while giving him verbal commands to stop. An officer then shot at Nelson, grazing him on the abdomen.…