On Duty Suicide
For the second time this year, an on duty member has taken his own life:
- A Chicago police sergeant found unresponsive in his squad car Monday afternoon in the West Loop apparently killed himself, police said.
The officer, a sergeant who was a supervisor in the mass transit unit, was found about 3:15 p.m. in the first block of North Desplaines Street, near Madison Street, according to police.
The numbers to EAP are in the right hand column of the blog under the Police Chaplains heading. We can't say enough good things about these people and the assistance they can provide.....if you make the call or someone makes it for you.
Prayers for the deceased, his family, friends and co-workers.
Prayers for the deceased, his family, friends and co-workers.
Labels: department issues, officer injured
posted by SCC at 12:03 AM
117 Comments:
The good Sgt worked in TRU. He was a great guy. Funny to be around. He will be missed.
-former 253
SCC, you hit the nail right on the head. Your health and well-being are far more important than anything this job can give you.
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
Obviously he/she was in a position and needed help, and it’s commendable recognizing that and reaching out to get it.
But now imagine dealing with whatever issues were already on the table, and now facing the financial hardship of being stripped, the stigma from your peers, and all the additional problems.
I know a lot of cops are nervous or afraid to ask for help, but it should definitely be a situation where they should never feel afraid to ask for the help they need. Something needs to be done about that, the potential cost is too great to make people afraid to reach out.
RIP Office!
EAP: Pax 0578. This should not have happened and should never happen again. Trained, confidential, professional help is available for you.
My condolences to all in his life. My prayers are with you in this unspeakable time.
Rahm and Ed made a climate where the Chicago Police has the highest suicides by cop in the nation. They talk about all the help when someone is thinking about taking their own life. But how about what got them there. Many people have problems outside of work but it doesn’t help when you are treated like shit by your employer. They are pissing on us and selling as it’s raining. I so hate this place. I can’t wait to get far from this shit hole. This job turned into shit.
May God try to have mercy on his soul, spirit
RIP
So sad
Chicago has way to many and it falls on the footsteps of management. This department is so badly managed.
Pray for his family.
Suicide hurts the family more than you can ever know.
A law was just signed by Rauner giving protection to LEO’s suffering from depression or PTSD. It allows us to not need a FOID card to be the police for such reasons. You may not be able to carry off duty but you won’t lose your job. This job isn’t peaches and rainbows. We see the nightmares that most don’t even realize exist. Don’t be afraid. There are people here to help. If anyone is even contemplating such a thing call the EAP, your partner, anyone! There’s always someone there for you. You’re never alone, no matter what you may think.
Prayers sent.
Obviously the departments prevention program is a failure. I am so sad that this keeps happening. I knew one of the officers who took his life earlier this year. He felt the Department didn’t have his back. And he was right.
Too many feel like we are trapped! What other entry level jobs out there making even close to what we are making now seriously?
Having lost a partner and a dear friend on the job, to suicide, I know the anguish all to well. Please don't be afraid or too proud to ask for help. God's speed...
God speed office
God bless your family—
“I once did have a comrade”
Rest In Peace
Thank you kindly SCC for letting us know of a most tragic loss to the CPD community. Bless you sir.
Very sad folks. Take SCC advise EAP or the Chaplains people are the best of the best.
May the fallen one be at peace in God' kingdom. Heartbreaking !
On scene. One of the first.
Worst thing I've ever scene.
There is a suicide epidemic in the Sheriff's office. Many linked to getting harrased by Dart and his cronies. There has been over 10 in last 7 yrs. Very sad complied with work stress and evil sadistic people running the departments.
The department disgusts me. I’ll read emails from the Superintendant regarding his “heavy heart,” and condolences, yet he obviously isn’t showing his regard for the mental health of his officers by cancelling their days off all summer. It has taken a HUGE emotional toll on my coworkers.
I’m not suggesting it contributed to this Sgt’s suicide, but consider this — our suicide rates far exceed the national average for the profession. There’s obviously something about working here for this city that is contributing to the problem. Can we not reasonably assume cancelling days off ,at best, is an inconvenience and at worst is inacting a tremendous burden on officers already physcologically broken.
I know there’s little sympathy for the clouted units where nearly every rdo is cancelled on SSC. Don’t they deserve time off? I’m also witnessing anger among the members of patrol who can’t even plan a fucking weekend around a holiday out of fear of being cancelled. It NEVER used to be like this.
Don’t forget too there’s the JVD trial and the Cubs in the playoffs. Another set of events to further strain officers and their families.
ISP thank you special ed it's time to go
When you think things are so bad, and the best ay to ease the pain is to no longer be alive to deal with it......? You may be wrong.
The pain is very temporary, and what might seem insurmountable today, will be insignificant, looking back.
Short of a terminal illness that will cause much physical pain,nothing is worth ending it.
Your children, family and friends will be dealing with the enormous void and devastation left behind.
We all go through ups and downs.
No woman/man, money, age, or job is worth it.
Make a call.
Looking at your problems from a different t perspective can be the turning point.
RIP officer may you find the peace you deserve...
I totally get it. RIP Dear Brother. Tale solace in that his pain is no more.
RIP, hope you have found pease.
How many of these cases involve a Chancery Court designed to humiliate and destroy men? The Job is stressful enough, but the pressures on your personal life are far, far less obvious, but just as bad or worse! Police Suicide rates, especially in an Agency and City as dysfunctional as Chicago are rising at an alarming rate. Do you think Rahm Cares? And as for the Court System; they let felons walk for Robbery in criminal court, and in Chancery Court, Judges readily take whatever you spent your whole life working two or three jobs to earn. It seems that every Chicago Copper and Cook County Deputy, may not know someone killed in the line of duty; but WE all know a colleague who took his or her own life. Stay Safe and Strong. Don't be afraid to ASK for HELP. Baby "G"
I read an article previously about how while stories about suicides touch off suicides, people have credited stories by people who almost killed themselves, but decided not to, saved them.
RIP. Rahm and Ed this is on you. You have put to much stress on the CPD.
EJ there is a lesson here for you. Hope you understand it.
RIP SB
I worked with this man, I'm deeply saddened that something g troubled him so badly that he would take his own life. As a Sergeant I always tried to make sure I didnt see any problems or sudden changes in the troops. Officers please remember that there is no shame in talking with somebody about a problem. What may seem like an earth shattering issue can so.etimes be resolved quickly. Talk with our counselors or chaplains. They are great folks and believe me, everything is confidential. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER !!!
Sad.
RIP brother. I came close to doing the same thing. No judgement, just sad.
Terribly sad news.
You come to work in Mass Transit and you have Crazy Kim. And Cindy Shame who make you’re lives miserable before you even go out into the streets, screaming and yelling by these two clouted nitwits, enough, just leave , Eddie do something!!!!
Get a new Commander into unit 701 , please in behalf of all white shirts and blue shirts, help us!!
The commander and secretary were always messing with that poor copper
SCC, repost the section of the DOJ report that covered officer wellness. Take a look at the ratio of employee/psychologist and the comparisons with other departments. It’s a disgrace and continues to be. Then this idiot in charge of the department sends his message out that they are/have added a member (clinician,psychologist, or another wonderful and devoted officer) to EAP. He doesn’t get it and never will. Time to shift funding to EAP today. FOP step up, make noise, go block an expressway. We again are leading a nation in numbers that we want to stop it. FOP you can actually make a big difference with this, go after the clowns until the department is properly staffed with clinicians, psychologists, therapists etc. use the DOJ report as your guide.
God bless the officer and all the others we have lost. We can’t grow numb to this brothers and sisters.
RIP BROTHER IN BLUE !!!!
My personal thoughts and research...
FACT: The Chicago Police Department has an officer suicide rate 60 percent higher than the national average.
HELP: GOING THROUGH A TOUGH TIME? CALL EAP!
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL unit of the Chicago Police Department supporting all officers, their friends, and family members who may be in need. The professional counseling service offers assistance with depression, drugs, alcohol, or plain day-to-day issues we face doing our jobs. Many of our friends and family members suffer feelings of anxiety and loneliness. If someone you know needs help, please refer them to EAP where therapists are on call 24 hours a day. If they are contemplating suicide, don't keep it a secret, call: EAP - 312-743-0378.
Suicide Hotline – 1-800-SUICIDE
****Remember, this is confidential****
CHAPLAINS SITE: https://www.chicagopcm.org/resources.php
FINALLY: IF you are feeling stress or are undergoing some tough times please know that you are not alone. Take advantage of our local help organizations that understand these challenges and have the dedication and ability to help you. While your friends, family and peers may not thoroughly understand what you are personally going through, know this...
WE love you.
WE are here to assist you and provide back-up.
YOU would do the same for us.
Signed,
Retired CPD and forever a member of our, 'Thin Blue Line'
God Bless sarge. Find peace.
Dont wanna hear this nonsense about how people are stressed from getting days off canceled. You signed up to work those units. Guys and girls trip over themselves to work any kind of special employment. People on the watch are complaining that we aren't getting enough overtime.
Was on scene, still stunned and saddened. Would also like to thank CFD for their very quick professional response. Rest In Peace Sarge.
Went to FOP website for Current departures, funeral info, and they haven't updated. Still listing deaths from June and July. Nothing but old news. This used to be a service to members, but if they are not going to remain current, why do it at all...?
Seriously, bretheren, if you are feeling that suicide might be the only option, Please reach out, and KNOW that there ARE other options. Police have a problem asking for help. Don't let that hold you back. Talk to your partner, wife, or call EAP. Don't leave a mess behind with no answers. Nothing on this job is so bad, that you need to take your life over.
God Bless the Sgt.s Family. I hope you found peace brother!
God bless the officer and especially children. Please, if you see a brother or sister in pain, do what you can. Suggest EAP, or call EAP yourself or take them to EAP. People whoa re going to commit suicide rarely take action to help themselves. And remember to take care of each other.
RIP.
I am retired now, and have ptsd and severe depression. Thank GOD that I was in one of the first peer support groups and can use that training (was excellent) to help myself. Sounds selfish but I also became that way in 30 years of CPD bullshit!!! Also did the mental class (absolutely best ever training) and have used it for myself and many people I know.
It's a national disgrace how police officers have been vilified. The public needs to understand that PTSD is real and is not just something that the military suffer from. The police deal with violence, incompetent 'leadership', all the horrors that man can inflict on one another on a daily basis. They stand between us and chaos, yet the loony leftists and certain communities and their 'activists' are never satisfied. My heart goes out to this officer, his family, and all law enforcement. Thank you all for the sacrifices you make for our benefit.
What the fuck is going on, when I started in the early 80s we did not have the amount of suicides that happen now?
Get help, get stripped by the stripper Ed. Good night.
The profession of policing destroys lives. Get out as soon as you are able
Too many are trapped, trapped by mortgages, tuitions, family obligations, and trapped by having few skills which translate to a similar-paying job in the private sector. The more you possess, the more you're possessed. If you need out, be brave and get out. This job is a dead end but there is chance for a better life out there.
RIP Officer. Prayers for family and fellow officers.
So heartbreaking
Please, get help if you're undergoing depression.
My deepest respect and condolences to the officer’s family and friends. In addition, my sincere thanks to all who serve on CPD. Your service is truly appreciated.
And the Sun Times writes a shit article about another police officer that killed himself, tarnishing the deceased officer's reputation in the eyes of the public. Terrible. Shame on CPD for not releasing a statement about that article. The next officer who needs help may not want to seek it because of fear of the stigma and job loss after that article.
Chicago and Illinois, being so corrupt affect all of us negatively. Even if you try to be legit the evil seeps into your bones in subtle ways effecting health and relationships. Without knowing, we violate what we know to be right and our nature recoils upon itself. Strong effort daily to recognize and remain faithful to what we know is right is mandatory or the stress eats your body and brain like a cancer. Anything to kill the pain, sex, alcohol, drugs, power abuse.... and things get worse. Spiritual and psyschological grounding saves the sanity.
Please get help. Having lost a police sibling to suicide, please don't do this! Life is life and is beautiful! I've had some very dark times afterwards but I made it out.No one reached out from CPD. Those posters about not being alone are fake. Intervene before its to late.This job isn't worth anyone leaving life. This song says alot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGK0mTF-5Tg&has_verified=1
Nothing is being done to address this because
Policemen are being/have been so thoroughly
defamed, dehumanized, demeaned and demoralized.
Did anyone pay attention to the fall-out behind the
JVD interview?
The joyful haters are beside themselves over the
interview because they see it as "an attempt to
humanize" JVD prior to trial...
Multiple count, violent, community-sourced, gun using,
mass murdering "African Americans" are afforded the
same pre-trial "humanization" with nary a peep from
the usual joyously hateful radical racialists with an
agenda...
"That's DIFFERENT and you're a RACIST for pointing
out OUR RACISM, HATRED and HYPOCRISY!
Gonna get a cee-arra-numba on yo' ass so you can
lose yo' job, yo' house an' yo' pension too!"
Remember... They're all about inflicting their pain
and misery upon everybody else because taking
positive steps to ease their own pain sounds like
too much work and actually having to confront the
DEVILRY in THEIR community and culture.
"We're a failed people/folkses/culture but it's easier
to shift blame onto you gullible guilt-addled Y/Ts
and the rest of whoever considers themselves to be
part of law abiding, upright and productive society
and demand that you give US 'more grants and
programs' if you want to keep US from gettin' mad
an' shit..."
You cannot satisfy the unsatisfiable.
Their perpetual grievance is their
security blanket against reality.
Their grudge against and hatred of all
who dare enjoy the fruits of civilized society
is indeed their reward by their own hands.
Prayers for The Police Family...
So very sorry. Very sad. Prayers thoughts and condolences to him and his family.
My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I do not know the inner reasons why individuals choose this route, but I can state with certainty that our department, city, residents, media and politicians do not make it easy or accommodating for any officer in general, let alone someone in need of assistance. Anyone on the edge should speak with EAP or any close family, friend or coworker. One would be surprised at how eager people would be to help when needed.
Please, please, please ask for help! You guys (and gals) are doing one of the shittiest, hardest jobs on the planet-please put pride aside and reach out. Depression and stress are real things AND THEY KILL PEOPLE.
Godspeed to this officer and may his spirit find the peace that evaded him here on Earth.
I have used EAP on 5 occasions, they really are truly excellent people and they will be able to help you if you need it. Everything is confidential with them and no notes about you, or what you talk about with the counselor are taken.
Mayor and puppet ed are forcing over workedpolice to work day off holiday , taking precious time away from their family .
Both never stand up like they should for police officers , but bend to be pc .
Assigned to sit in a crime filled block to prevent a murder there , but murders committed else where .
Stripped an officer for kick8ng an offender that was using deadly force on his partner(choke hold) while holding back a hostile crowd .
Both on side of politicians .
Hope that he will find comfort within the lord’s arms. 🙏🏻 For the family.
What sadness.
Please stay safe and no job is worth this!
Prayers to his family abd friends.
Constantly having my days off canceled and not being able to take any time has been putting a huge strain on me and my family. Enough is enough FOP where are you?
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
I hope that this is untrue. Can anyone debunk that statement?
"On scene. One of the first.
Worst thing I've ever scene."
Please go talk to the EAP. Being on scene when these tragedies occur is incredibly traumatic. They have helped many officers, and entire units, when dealing with these situations. I hope ALL of the officers on scene go to the EAP. It can affect you in ways that you may not realize right now. God Bless
11:26 that was so well stated, alot of us feel the same
5:27 am, Sad but true
You come to work in Mass Transit and you have Crazy Kim. And Cindy Shame who make you’re lives miserable before you even go out into the streets, screaming and yelling by these two clouted nitwits, enough, just leave , Eddie do something!!!!
9/04/2018 07:28:00 AM
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Get a new Commander into unit 701 , please in behalf of all white shirts and blue shirts, help us!!
9/04/2018 07:31:00 AM
Anonymous Anonymous said...
The commander and secretary were always messing with that poor copper
NO THEY DIDN'T!!!! NO THEY DON'T! Just stop with your stupid remarks, everyone is hurting enough as it is!!
Anonymous said...
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
I hope that this is untrue. Can anyone debunk that statement?
9/04/2018 02:40:00 PM
If it's too bad for you the only option is to commit yourself to a mental institution tell them all the crazy messed up stuff you've seen working as a Police Officer and then apply for Disability.
Anonymous said...
Too many are trapped, trapped by mortgages, tuitions, family obligations, and trapped by having few skills which translate to a similar-paying job in the private sector. The more you possess, the more you're possessed. If you need out, be brave and get out. This job is a dead end but there is chance for a better life out there.
9/04/2018 10:13:00 AM
I've looked into to it lets see I can either be a truck driver or salesman with no pension plus most trades won't take older apprentices or need juice to get in? I'm trapped in this nightmare now!
Anonymous Jiminy Cricket said...
A law was just signed by Rauner giving protection to LEO’s suffering from depression or PTSD. It allows us to not need a FOID card to be the police for such reasons. You may not be able to carry off duty but you won’t lose your job. This job isn’t peaches and rainbows. We see the nightmares that most don’t even realize exist. Don’t be afraid. There are people here to help. If anyone is even contemplating such a thing call the EAP, your partner, anyone! There’s always someone there for you. You’re never alone, no matter what you may think.
9/04/2018 12:26:00 AM
What good is this law so if I need help I won't be able to protect myself/family from criminals I have arrested or sent to jail what are you supposed to do leave your gun at the station?
Anonymous Anonymous said...
SCC, you hit the nail right on the head. Your health and well-being are far more important than anything this job can give you.
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
Obviously he/she was in a position and needed help, and it’s commendable recognizing that and reaching out to get it.
But now imagine dealing with whatever issues were already on the table, and now facing the financial hardship of being stripped, the stigma from your peers, and all the additional problems.
I know a lot of cops are nervous or afraid to ask for help, but it should definitely be a situation where they should never feel afraid to ask for the help they need. Something needs to be done about that, the potential cost is too great to make people afraid to reach out.
9/04/2018 12:09:00 AM
For years I've been saying we need paid sabbaticals to decompress like Professors do Union thinks I'm crazy.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
I hope that this is untrue. Can anyone debunk that statement?
9/04/2018 02:40:00 PM
No. But Rauner just passed a new law about the FOID card
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Constantly having my days off canceled and not being able to take any time has been putting a huge strain on me and my family. Enough is enough FOP where are you?
9/04/2018 02:35:00 PM
Working their days off. NOT
Anonymous Anonymous said...
I have used EAP on 5 occasions, they really are truly excellent people and they will be able to help you if you need it. Everything is confidential with them and no notes about you, or what you talk about with the counselor are taken.
No notes? What happens if the counselor leaves EAP. Do you start over from the beginning. Don’t believe no notes for a second
There is no shame in asking for help.
What’s sad is you only hear of EAP at times like this Why aren’t they at roll calls more often ? Why aren’t they visiting districts
Anonymous Anonymous said...
On scene. One of the first.
Worst thing I've ever scene.
9/04/2018 02:45:00 AM
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Please talk to someone!
RIP Sgt
May God rest his soul. And as one who has suffered from depression, do something about it. Don’t be ashamed or kick yourself in the ass and try to fix it yourself. If you broke ur arm, you would get it fixed. If you couldn’t read clearly, you would get glasses. See somebody and get the depression fixed, it’s possible. I’m not a cop but in this city, and with Rahm and the community running everything, I’m sure depression is common. Get help, you owe it to yourself.
Why is it that the good guys, who are rare, are the ones that decide to end it while the selfish and corrupt assholes wrecking things for everybody are still greedily drawing oxygen?
If anybody reading this is finding things tough to handle, please reach out for help. You're not alone and there are lots of good people who would like to help in whatever way you need.
A Permanent Solution To A Temporary Situation.
For years I've been saying we need paid sabbaticals to decompress like Professors do Union thinks I'm crazy.
Yea, it's called furlough dumbass. How much more time ya want off.
Anonymous said...
Dont wanna hear this nonsense about how people are stressed from getting days off canceled. You signed up to work those units. Guys and girls trip over themselves to work any kind of special employment. People on the watch are complaining that we aren't getting enough overtime.
9/04/2018 09:18:00 AM
STFU moron. Some of us dont want to get divorced or die a day after retiring.
The criminals view the police as non persons and as opponents.The police department brass and mayor don’t support the police and through their calculated ways of disempowering the police authority on the streets,puts real people who happen to be police between a rock and a hard place with no way out.If you do your job,you can lose your job.Empowerment of criminals is no different then a parent giving the authority to run their own home to their children.When community activists are given the authority to take over a expressway under the guise of they are just exercising their first amendment rights,you are giving power to the people in a wrong way.The last real mayor was Richard j.Daley.He had the backs of all his public servants.They were empowered to do their jobs.Todays politicians have no backbone.They only want the power that they won’t give you.There is a reason the mayor has a security detail.Where is the security “details”for the police officers?The vast majority are good people.Can’t say the same for politicians like black panther rush,faln Luis,and others.
Anonymous said...
What’s sad is you only hear of EAP at times like this Why aren’t they at roll calls more often ? Why aren’t they visiting districts
9/04/2018 05:59:00 PM
They're shorthanded, that's why.
For all you CPD hopefuls, don't let this news discourage you. It's still a great job and your fellow officers will have your backs. Don't be afraid to get help.
Two more Sgts in MassTransit put in papers to retire, please help us get rid of Cindy Shame and her sidekick crazy kim
Anonymous Anonymous said...
What’s sad is you only hear of EAP at times like this Why aren’t they at roll calls more often ? Why aren’t they visiting districts
9/04/2018 05:59:00 PM
Simple. There are only a few counselors and they can’t spend all their time going to roll calls at all the districts and units on all three watches
Too many suicides in a short span of time took its toll on me but I sought help. I preferred seeing a private practitioner over EAP just to separate the two entities in my mind. Nothing against EAP at all. I was there once for sleep deprivation from one of the suicides (which happened to be on my post and turned out to be a friend). I couldn't function properly for a sec. They wrote a note for the med section requesting that I take a few days off to recover. Easy peasy. This job's difficulties are compounded by that insufferable prick of a mayor, and a superintendent who favor public opinion instead of listening to us. Here's another somber thought: there are degenerates and liberals who are actually cheering and laughing at this recent suicide.
Joliet Police also lost an officer to suicide yesterday.
There are ways out of this dead end job. Go back to school but go for something that ends with skills that land jobs.
It breaks my heart to hear so many old co workers tell me they are trapped. It will be hard at first but make a change.
Leaving CPD improved my mental health, took a pay cut at first for another department but had more time to finish school.
There are answers.
Anonymous said...
Too many are trapped, trapped by mortgages, tuitions, family obligations, and trapped by having few skills which translate to a similar-paying job in the private sector. The more you possess, the more you're possessed. If you need out, be brave and get out. This job is a dead end but there is chance for a better life out there.
9/04/2018 10:13:00 AM
I've looked into to it lets see I can either be a truck driver or salesman with no pension plus most trades won't take older apprentices or need juice to get in? I'm trapped in this nightmare now!
Look at other jobs if necessary, put the word out, make civilian friends, ask around. I do think one should wait 20 years if possible, but if not, nothing wrong with changing jobs. I am looking.
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Anonymous Anonymous said...
Anonymous Anonymous said...
With that being said- there is at least 1 CPD who needed help, reached out, and got stripped because of it.
I hope that this is untrue. Can anyone debunk that statement?
9/04/2018 02:40:00 PM"""
Without question they will strip you if they find out about it. I wouldn't trust anyone in this Dept. as far as I could spit. But Jesus people get your own Doctor and anything is better then killing yourself in your own squad car. Your life is worth more then that.
Yeah Rauner signed the bill. Now all you have to do is pull your gun out and some Judge can put you on the rubber gun squad. "Clouted need not ever worry".
For all you CPD hopefuls, don't let this news discourage you. It's still a great job and your fellow officers will have your backs. Don't be afraid to get help.
9/04/2018 11:27:00 PM
It's not a great job. And I'm done lying to the "hopefuls"
This job really does not care about you. W by en working you may be the best and your co workers come to your retirement party etc. But after that you ride off into the sunset like you never existed. I was a sergeant in a specialized unit and took REAL good care of my guys. Been retired almost 5 years now and only 2 stay in contact. I guess all them X mas dinners and burned slips etc really didnt matter. This department needs to start a retirement club where retired or disabled coppers get an e mail or call once a month to make sure they are OK. We give up alot to be the police. Never forgotten is not true.
People your lives have meaning. Look past this havoc job to find it if you must. Quit drinking, do what you must. The answer is out there and this isn’t it.
WTF are you talking about? Rauners bill robs all gun owners of due process. Most of all cops.
I don't see anyone bidding out of mass transit
best unit in cpd
may the man rip
To those that say the only time you hear about EAP is when incidents like this happen... you are morons and have your head in the sand. Pay attention to what goes on around you. Listen... EAP has been around for years and have helped many.
There is NOTHING in the world worth taking your life...RIP BROTHER IN BLUE, GOD BLESS AND HAVE MERCY ON YOUR SOUL !
On a post about an officer taking his own life, there are STILL people leaving comments bashing each other. It makes me so sick. I realize that this blog isn't closed off to the general public, however you can usually tell when it's a po that leaves a comment. GROW UP PEOPLE. We have so much stress in our lives and are losing the lives of our brothers and sisters because of it. Stop acting like the bully on the playground. We only have each other and our families.
Anonymous said...
There are ways out of this dead end job. Go back to school but go for something that ends with skills that land jobs.
It breaks my heart to hear so many old co workers tell me they are trapped. It will be hard at first but make a change.
Leaving CPD improved my mental health, took a pay cut at first for another department but had more time to finish school.
There are answers.
9/05/2018 02:29:00 AM
Back to school for what?
SCC whether you realize it or not, YOU are doing a GREAT service to each and everyone of us out here who turns here when these things happen. You are "therapy" for every poster. Venting is what NONE OF US will do except with our closest friends/partners. This Sgt has AWESOME sons who I hope and pray can use this terrible time to help motivate them even more than they have been their whole lives. Your dad still, and ALWAYS will love you and be watching from above instead of in the stands. RIP!!
Anonymous said...
There are ways out of this dead end job. Go back to school but go for something that ends with skills that land jobs.
It breaks my heart to hear so many old co workers tell me they are trapped. It will be hard at first but make a change.
Leaving CPD improved my mental health, took a pay cut at first for another department but had more time to finish school.
There are answers.
9/05/2018 02:29:00 AM
Back to school for what?
9/05/2018 03:20:00 PM
You are right. Back to school for what. You get a degree with no work experience and you are in your 40’s or 50’s and a job will be hard to find. Companies want younger people with or without experience who they can pay a lower wage. Plus they don’t want older employees and the health problems that come with them
Anonymous Anonymous said...
This job really does not care about you. W by en working you may be the best and your co workers come to your retirement party etc. But after that you ride off into the sunset like you never existed. I was a sergeant in a specialized unit and took REAL good care of my guys. Been retired almost 5 years now and only 2 stay in contact. I guess all them X mas dinners and burned slips etc really didnt matter. This department needs to start a retirement club where retired or disabled coppers get an e mail or call once a month to make sure they are OK. We give up alot to be the police. Never forgotten is not true.
What about attending one of those bi weekly or monthly meetings, luncheons or breakfasts? I too am retired but years ago my Sgt told me never to give up my childhood friends, school friends, neighbors etc and isolate myself with just police officers. Best advice I ever got on this job. Now during retirement I’m enjoying myself
Back to school for what?
9/05/2018 03:20:00 PM
Medical field careers, many. Data, drivers, look into it. I respect police and though you may not serve in police because of current politics, you will always be police. Thank you for your service.
For those asking about school do some research. Jesus nothing is going to be just handed out.
Medical has many jobs many two year programs , insurance fraud analyst many and hire law enforcement. Data. Go do some leg work.
Or continue to bitch
You want out this is it!
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/trp/d/tuition-free-class-cdl/6689625357.html
Get 2 yrs experience and then apply to UPS that still has full pension.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
How many of these cases involve a Chancery Court designed to humiliate and destroy men? The Job is stressful enough, but the pressures on your personal life are far, far less obvious, but just as bad or worse! Police Suicide rates, especially in an Agency and City as dysfunctional as Chicago are rising at an alarming rate. Do you think Rahm Cares? And as for the Court System; they let felons walk for Robbery in criminal court, and in Chancery Court, Judges readily take whatever you spent your whole life working two or three jobs to earn. It seems that every Chicago Copper and Cook County Deputy, may not know someone killed in the line of duty; but WE all know a colleague who took his or her own life. Stay Safe and Strong. Don't be afraid to ASK for HELP. Baby "G"
9/04/2018 05:47:00 AM
Safety Deposit boxes put everything in your mother's name!
RIP SGT! Godbless you and your family
9/04/2018 05:47:00 AM
Safety Deposit boxes put everything in your mother's name!
9/06/2018 02:28:00 AM
Hope your mother is young and stays healthy. Otherwise it’s a nightmare and expensive to get your money and property vack
You want out this is it!
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/trp/d/tuition-free-class-cdl/6689625357.htm
Get 2 yrs experience and then apply to UPS that still has full pension.
9/06/2018 02:22:00 AM
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/get-there/wp/2017/06/28/ups-will-freeze-pensions-for-thousands-of-nonunion-employees/
Don't do it....
Anonymous said...
You want out this is it!
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/trp/d/tuition-free-class-cdl/6689625357.htm
Get 2 yrs experience and then apply to UPS that still has full pension.
9/06/2018 02:22:00 AM
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/get-there/wp/2017/06/28/ups-will-freeze-pensions-for-thousands-of-nonunion-employees/
Don't do it....
9/06/2018 08:25:00 PM
Drivers are Union still have pension.
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