Officers Injured (UPDATE)
- Chicago police officers were injured in a crash in the South Austin neighborhood Tuesday night, according to a police spokesman.
The officers were involved in a crash near Washington Boulevard and Lavergne Avenue about 8:15 p.m., said [...] a Chicago Police Department spokesman.
An unconfirmed report said the officer(s) had to be cut out of the vehicle, but injuries weren't believed to be life-threatening. Best wishes to the injured.
UPDATE: Post moved from 03 June to 05 June with updated info
UPDATE: Post moved from 03 June to 05 June with updated info
Life altering injuries to say the least:
- All three officers remained hospitalized Thursday afternoon. One suffered a cardiac contusion, blunt head trauma and a pelvis fracture. He also suffered amnesia because of a traumatic brain injury and needs further testing, prosecutors said.
Another officer suffered a dislocated shoulder and lacerations to the face. He was discharged from Mount Sinai Hospital on Thursday but moved to Rush University Medical Center for shoulder surgery, prosecutors said.
The third officer was unconscious after the wreck and had to be extricated from the car. He suffered a lung contusion, a broken neck and a fractured spinal stem, prosecutors said. He suffered six fractured ribs and a laceration to his spleen, which may require surgery.
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posted by SCC at 12:31 AM
59 Comments:
Again, the news likes to throw the non-life threatening line when a couple of these guys are seriously messed up. Their car wasn't even moving so you can imagine how fast the misguided youths were traveling to create that kind of damage.
Speed kills, drive defensively.
I don't know where you are getting non life threatening.. Two officers are banged up bad but will live, the third officer is not doing well at all and has not gained conscience yet as of this post.
The vehicle was very damaged and the officer were able to be pulled out without being cut out. Happy to hear these officer only had a broken bones. It could have been a lot worse then that.
Get well soon and be safe out there
Get well soon Officers.
Thank God they are not injured severely. I am willing to bet dollars to doughnuts that these guys were wearing their seat belts. Always wear your seat belt. In my experience I still find 25% of the time officers don't wear their seat belt. That is one stupid mistake. The consequence can mean death or serious head/brain injury that can impact you for the rest of your whole life.
Was the suspect drunk or just stupid?
Please keep these officers in your prayers. They are injured more than the news had reported.
I'm hearing two are critical. Life-altering injuries might not be life-ending, but they're devastating to the ones in the hospital bed, as well as their families, their careers, their income and their futures.
Sorry for the late comment on this post.
Heal well and fully our brothers in blue.
Stay safe in defense of that Thin Blue Line all our law enforcement family.
All three of the officers have serious injuries that are going to be life altering and will take months to years of returning to the job if they ever will return because of the injuries. So little less focus on what happened and maybe a little more focus on helping them and their families out with anything they need because of the strain this is causing to them
those injuries are life threatening
Saw the blown airbags in that unmarked that took the hit, and the damage. This one won't buff out easy...
Prosecutors: Boy was high when he crashed car into cops
Now that's a much better headline, and a good, detailed story of what's really whizzing around out there, screaming with feathers on its a__ stickin out the window.
"All three officers remained hospitalized Thursday afternoon..."
...with two of them injured so badly they were about an inch from dead. Jesus.
"Thank God they are not injured severely."
Read the story before you post.
"...cardiac contusion, blunt head trauma and a pelvis fracture...traumatic brain injury...dislocated shoulder and lacerations to the face...lung contusion, a broken neck and a fractured spinal stem...six fractured ribs and a laceration to his spleen..."
Wow....to all three, prayers and well-wishes and hoping for a full recovery.
My prayers are with the officers and their families. To the other parties involved, All I can hope for is that you suffer the same fate someday, somehow. I believe in an eye for an eye, but because this is Cook Co., I'm sure the little waste of a human being that was driving will be given a slap on the wrist when what's truly deserved is a lifetime of caring for disabled people without compensation.
Get better brothers. I hope the 015 district brass does the right things to help the families out. You can bet McCarthy will do all he can, He does care when copper' sustain injuries. I am sure Rahm will also be of help to the kin.
Get a fast benifir going,(FOP ?) the families will have much out of pocket expenses.
God be with these great P.O.'.
That's what the Police Memorial is for. I hope they pay for everything these officers need.
The media never lets the truth get in the way of its stories, they will never portray us as real victims. Fuck you media...
What's sickening is the jackles who were laughing and videotaping the accident scene. I spoke with one of the injured officers who said that they were really worried that these jackles would try and disarm them while they waited for help
Dear God, these are very serious injuries. I can only hope that all three of the fine officers recover fully. Let's all hope for the best. Remember, this could have happened to anyone of us us.
Heal quickly and completely guys.
CFD
We need to set up a benefit for these officers. Is their home district raising funds? If yes let us know via the AMFN fax message to all districts and units. If not please get to it. Then each unit and district can raise funds and then send it to the home districts. We need to start moving on this. All three officer's families will face financial difficulties. Also at certain times health insurance can be a joke. You would be surprised the games health insurance companies play- oh this is covered but this is not, this test is covered but they billed us wrong so you have to pay now, etc. Trust me, I have been through that nonsense.
And the Chicago press calls it in again. The reporters and editors "of the real news" should be ashamed of themselves. I hope that the waste of space that caused these horrible injuries did not escape unscathed. I mean, how would he serv at mass or complete his college applications?
Prayers of healing for the injured officers. Off topic though.....heard one of ours committed suicide yesterday .....if so prayers of comfort to the officers family.
The most important issue here is that the teen driver was not beaten or abused by the Evil Police. Cop should expect to occasionally be in traffic crashes and that is part of the Job. The well being of "The Children" is the issue and "Chicago Values" is what matters. So suck it up, you are overpaid for the little work that you do. Since there is nobody to sue in this case the System cares little about these matters. Just another day at the office, just like everybody else's job. I guess thee cops won't be able to work their second and third jobs to pay Catholic School tuition; think the Church will let them go on that tuition?"G"
And this is why you don't 19 P dope smokers in 014.
The prayors of my family are with these fellow officers and their families.
And what happens to the juvenile driver from the ghetto? Nothing. He gets a revoked license. Big deal. Won't mean a thing on the west side. Isn't baby momma screaming already about her baby? Scum, all pure scum.
It's going to be a long road to recovery for these officers. A lot of the bass have paid a visit to them and even Rahm has reached out to them. A benefit is a great idea, they won't be returning to work anytime soon. Please continue to pray for them.
Pisses me off when the press says the officers have "non-life threatening injuries" and make it sound like it was a skinned knee or something. They don't care about us or what this job does/can do to us. Fast recovery brothers in blue.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-proseuctors-boy-was-high-when-crashed-car-into-cops-20150604-story.html
Story was updated overnight with more info --
"Judge Maria Kuriakos Ciesil set bail at $250,000 Thursday afternoon for Rashaad Paris, who was charged with aggravated DUI."
Good photos, correct headline, good story, good job, Tribune.
This is what's out there.
Praying for those officers now, GODSPEED in healing! fundraiser on another comment I will be in 100%! Fop hall?
"...what's truly deserved is a lifetime of caring for disabled people without compensation."
6/05/2015 01:23:00 AM
Uh...maybe not, brother. The disabled don't deserve Rashaad Paris. Would you want him "taking care of" your mom or dad? Going through the dresser drawers looking for cash and pain meds, more like...
Lifetime of cleaning toilets at Menard, maybe...
"Officers...gave chase, spotted the Impala's back door opening, and saw one of the passengers stick their head out of the car and begin crying for help and trying to get out of the car..."
Sounds like you could toss kidnaping charges in here as well...but maybe this was the "23-year-old passenger was taken to a hospital but left before he could be interviewed."
Stay safe.
Did Rahm visit the officers?
"After the crash, Paris tried to climb out of the driver's side window but was unable because he was pinned in..."
>woops< >oh s__t<
File under "Life's Little Moments..."
When things like this happen people wonder why I don't do anything!!! Collect my check and go home happy. I hope these kids are alright. They will learn that non of these injuries or the flying around in the car cowboy style will ever be worth it. I'm pulling for these guys to come out all good and on top. Pray for them and the families. It would be nice if someone who works with them could start something where each district and unit could do an informal "pass the hat" to give some money to the coppers families.. I would be more than willing to pass it around in my district for these guys. Moral of the story kids, don't do anything for these animals.. I'm sure not going over the speed limit to do anything for them... Get well guys
Anonymous Anonymous said...
"All three officers remained hospitalized Thursday afternoon..."
...with two of them injured so badly they were about an inch from dead. Jesus.
"Thank God they are not injured severely."
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Read the story before you post.
"...cardiac contusion, blunt head trauma and a pelvis fracture...traumatic brain injury...dislocated shoulder and lacerations to the face...lung contusion, a broken neck and a fractured spinal stem...six fractured ribs and a laceration to his spleen..."
6/05/2015 01:02:00 AM
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That post went up before anyone knew how severe the injuries were. At that time, the only report was that they WEREN'T injured severely. (Observation and perception; key to any investigation.) So, YOU should have checked the details, 1:02AM, before YOU posted.
Get well soon boys
The sad part is that the POS we'll probably never even do any jail time.
Well at least not for this he won't....ijs
Slow down. Nothing is worth chasing anymore.
God speed healthy full recovery wishes to all of you guys and a prayer that the job makes sure you get swift and best treatment for all of your injuries
Which Prewinkle wants to eliminate juveniles from being charged as adults, really won't they ever get it that these teens don't give a crap about who they injure or kill, stop catering to criminals and open your damm eyes you bastards!!!
god bless 'em. There before the grace of...
Ladies and gentlemen.
It should be said a great deal of gratitude to ASA Jennifer B. for her tenacity and dedication she exhibited towards these officers. She worked 14 hours straight on this case even though she'e nine months pregnant.
We ALL charged hard till the piss and vinegar goes away. Let me preface this by GODSPEED on the injuries to Our Bros/Sister and the warmest of wraps from U'r Gods as U ALL go through this.
This job, City, and most certainly NOT the admin of The City deserve U'r health. They'll fuck these three Coppers anyway they can. Hope I'm wrong, but history does YELL to me otherwise.
We will be the ones who help out The Coppers and Their Families. Couple other places and organizations will help out, but they ALL way Pro Copper.
A broken neck? I think I woulda done something that I believed my youth woulda gotten me out of. Bodies are on loan for everyone and start thinking like that when the call comes out.
Again, totally crap hit to US, but as mentioned, Godspeed
It' time for s to open our hearts and reach ut to help the fami,ies I bet the Chaplians will have info in what we can do. I am retired and available for sitting outside our brothers rooms, etc. ANYTHING. I hope the mutt prick C.S er the pits of hell for him and his demon family. Fuck these rabid parisites in the inner city. No rage from the sub mental community !! Surprised that these MF'er on the street did not pick their belongings. God bless you all my hero' of Patrol.
"That post went up before anyone knew how severe the injuries were. At that time, the only report was that they WEREN'T injured severely. (Observation and perception; key to any investigation.) So, YOU should have checked the details, 1:02AM, before YOU posted."
6/05/2015 02:02:00 PM
My bad. No offense intended, friend -- just concerned that the facts got out right. It's easier to talk face-to-face than it is on these computers, where you don't get any other cues.
Heard it blow on Z12 and knew it was major. Like so many other awful things, lives shattered from just wild-ass stupidity.
Every day I thank God for even a cold, rainy morning, every time I go by a hospital I give thanks that I am not in it.
Makes you heartsick. You wish there were more you could do. Prayers and very best wishes to officers and their families.
...and to you. Stay safe.
"I spoke with one of the injured officers who said that they were really worried that these jackals would try and disarm them while they waited for help..."
6/05/2015 07:15:00 AM
Good reason to worry -- this happened on south side a few years ago. Ofc. was pinned in car -- 79th St? 95th? -- and the hyenas swarmed in and got his wallet and weapon. I heard his guys went to the hospital, promised him "We'll get your s__t back," and did. Last I heard, ofc. was not doing well, had been moved to "long-term care" in another state, maybe closer to family members.
Sorry I can't recall his name or dig the story out on the web...so many crimes. Anyone else who recalls, kick in. You are still in our thoughts, my man -- hope things have gotten better for you.
"It should be said a great deal of gratitude to ASA Jennifer B. for her tenacity and dedication she exhibited towards these officers. She worked 14 hours straight on this case even though she'e nine months pregnant."
6/05/2015 05:33:00 PM
I'll drink to that!
"...flying around in the car cowboy style..."
6/05/2015 12:55:00 PM
I dunno...sounds like the idiot was the one riding the mechanical bull here, yee-haa.
"The officers had the green light and slowly entered the intersection looking for the Impala. But about 8:15 p.m., Paris ran the red light and T-boned the driver’s side of the unmarked car...[Paris] was driving at "speeds exceeding 21 mph over the speed limit..." so he got a solid hit at at least 50 and probably more...
This is why I have HMO and supplemental accident insurance. Never paid a dime and supplemental paid me. Not to mention The Police Memorial it's why we ALL should contribute to this charity. You never know when you will need it.
To the poster spewing the hate that it's part of the job. Those officers kids won't have to worry about having their school paid for. They will have a long road ahead but rest assured, the rest of us will make sure we give them enough money to cover their 2nd,3rd and 4th jobs.
Forever BLUE!
God is with YOU
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Ladies and gentlemen.
It should be said a great deal of gratitude to ASA Jennifer B. for her tenacity and dedication she exhibited towards these officers. She worked 14 hours straight on this case even though she'e nine months pregnant.
6/05/2015 05:33:00 PM
Very good point. Not all ASA's are against us. There are a great deal of ASA's who are on our side.
"We ALL charged hard till the piss and vinegar goes away. Let me preface this by GODSPEED on the injuries to Our Bros/Sister and the warmest of wraps from U'r Gods as U ALL go through this.
This job, City, and most certainly NOT the admin of The City deserve U'r health. They'll fuck these three Coppers anyway they can. Hope I'm wrong, but history does YELL to me otherwise.
We will be the ones who help out The Coppers and Their Families. Couple other places and organizations will help out, but they ALL way Pro Copper.
A broken neck? I think I woulda done something that I believed my youth woulda gotten me out of. Bodies are on loan for everyone and start thinking like that when the call comes out.
Again, totally crap hit to US, but as mentioned, Godspeed"
6/05/2015 06:56:00 PM
Beautiful post, written from the heart. Thank you.
My prayers are with you officers and family. I hope all things work out favorably. Stay strong and pray always. God will heal you of your injuries even if the doctors say otherwise.
Did Rahm visit the officers?
6/05/2015 10:56:00 AM
Did he call the families? I guess that privilege is for gang bangers and their families. What a messed up city we live in.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Ladies and gentlemen.
It should be said a great deal of gratitude to ASA Jennifer B. for her tenacity and dedication she exhibited towards these officers. She worked 14 hours straight on this case even though she'e nine months pregnant.
6/05/2015 05:33:00 PM
Very good point. Not all ASA's are against us. There are a great deal of ASA's who are on our side.
6/06/2015 07:52:00 AM
Please...
Until they willingly advance and be recognized as being
firmly rooted on law and order, every Policeman worth their
salt should continue to expect treachery from them and their
office.
Think about it...
If that non-driving hyena had been able to escape his wadded-up
car and the natural progression had occurred?
You know...
Foot pursuit. More foot pursuit. Tackle/take-down. Fight/resist arrest.
Getting his ass legally and justifiably torn the fuck up until the cuffs finally go on...
Even if the Police response in the above scenario was holy,
who do you think would've been standing in front of a judge looking crazy?
You get three guesses and two of 'em don't count...
Seriously glad the hyena couldn't get out of his car and escape.
Really seriously glad the injured Coppers
weren't set upon by the local hyenas and harmed/disarmed.
Our care and concern is always
with the men and women who
work this nasty, shit-doo-doo job.
Blessings, TLC and full healing
to the injured officers.
We expect our sentiment toward
the Cook Couty Judiciary to be
fully validated by the very likely
soft and squishy sentence the
in-custody hyena will most
certainly receive.
I am praying for you. My whole family is praying for you. I heard that the two officers injuries are severe and will require a lot of faith and prayer. This should be a reminder to everyone that your life can change abruptly in a single moment. That is why it is important to have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. If I didn't have such strong faith I have no clue how I would have made it through some of life's very difficult circumstances.
First, thank you for your service, Officers, and for what you have suffered as a result of being Officers of the Chicago Police Department. Your lives are precious to us, as they are to your families, your brothers-and sisters-in-arms and yourselves. My heart aches learning of the extent of the injuries you suffered. My prayers are with you three. My heart is too. May God watch over each of you every step of your recoveries. Take your time healing. Stay strong in spirit, for there is much more will and tenacity waiting to be tapped during your healing than you could imagine. Use every bit of it. Have faith. Know you are loved, truly loved, by the good people of this city, for you are our protectors, our heroes. Godspeed.
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