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CHICAGO ~ Chicago Police Department Superintendent Larry Snelling announced his retirement today, after dedicating 34 years of service to the city. In response, Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed his gratitude for Snelling's commitment and wished him well in his future endeavors.
Before joining the Chicago Police Department in 1992, Snelling grew up on the South Side of Chicago and graduated from Englewood High School. He then went on to attend DePaul University before starting his career as a patrol officer in Englewood, the very neighborhood that shaped him. Throughout his time with the department, he held various positions such as sergeant, Physical Skills and Operations Training leader at the Chicago Police Academy, Commander and Deputy Chief of Area 2, before ultimately becoming superintendent. Mayor Johnson noted that Snelling's career reflects a lifelong dedication to serving his hometown.
Under Snelling's leadership, the department has made significant strides in community safety through strong partnerships and deep community engagement. Mayor Johnson assured that while leadership may change, their commitment to building safe communities and serving residents with care and compassion remains unwavering. He also emphasized that the comprehensive summer safety plan currently in place will continue without interruption.
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During this transition period, Interim Superintendent Fred Waller will lead the department with support from First Deputy Antoinette Ursitti. Both Waller and Ursitti have been part of Snelling's leadership team and have played crucial roles in achieving unprecedented public safety gains for Chicago residents. Mayor Johnson and Superintendent Snelling have full confidence in their abilities to continue driving these efforts forward.
Together with officers, community partners, and sister agencies, Mayor Johnson stated that they will continue working tirelessly to ensure that Chicagoans and visitors can safely enjoy their neighborhoods, parks, festivals, and public spaces throughout the rest of the summer. The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will also begin the search process for a new superintendent during this time.
As Superintendent Snelling begins his next chapter, Mayor Johnson and the city of Chicago thank him for his dedicated service and wish him all the best. The legacy of his leadership will continue to shape the department's commitment to keeping Chicago safe.
Before joining the Chicago Police Department in 1992, Snelling grew up on the South Side of Chicago and graduated from Englewood High School. He then went on to attend DePaul University before starting his career as a patrol officer in Englewood, the very neighborhood that shaped him. Throughout his time with the department, he held various positions such as sergeant, Physical Skills and Operations Training leader at the Chicago Police Academy, Commander and Deputy Chief of Area 2, before ultimately becoming superintendent. Mayor Johnson noted that Snelling's career reflects a lifelong dedication to serving his hometown.
Under Snelling's leadership, the department has made significant strides in community safety through strong partnerships and deep community engagement. Mayor Johnson assured that while leadership may change, their commitment to building safe communities and serving residents with care and compassion remains unwavering. He also emphasized that the comprehensive summer safety plan currently in place will continue without interruption.
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During this transition period, Interim Superintendent Fred Waller will lead the department with support from First Deputy Antoinette Ursitti. Both Waller and Ursitti have been part of Snelling's leadership team and have played crucial roles in achieving unprecedented public safety gains for Chicago residents. Mayor Johnson and Superintendent Snelling have full confidence in their abilities to continue driving these efforts forward.
Together with officers, community partners, and sister agencies, Mayor Johnson stated that they will continue working tirelessly to ensure that Chicagoans and visitors can safely enjoy their neighborhoods, parks, festivals, and public spaces throughout the rest of the summer. The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will also begin the search process for a new superintendent during this time.
As Superintendent Snelling begins his next chapter, Mayor Johnson and the city of Chicago thank him for his dedicated service and wish him all the best. The legacy of his leadership will continue to shape the department's commitment to keeping Chicago safe.
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