The Brief
- Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling dismissed rumors Wednesday that he plans to retire, saying he remains committed to leading the department and serving the city.
- Snelling praised retiring Patrol Chief Jon Hein for his nearly 31 years of service, calling him a “huge loss” to the department.
- During Snelling’s tenure, Chicago homicides fell to their lowest level in six decades, while the department also managed major events and challenges including the 2024 Democratic National Convention and downtown “teen takeovers.”
CHICAGO – Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling on Wednesday addressed speculation surrounding his future with the department.
“In this profession, we ask a lot of people and we give a lot, but I can tell you right now that rumors are rumors and that’s what they are,” Snelling said.
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