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A 59-year-old off-duty Chicago police officer was found dead inside his Mount Greenwood home Friday An off-duty Chicago police detective was found dead Friday afternoon inside his Mount Greenwood home The 59-year-old was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the head about noon inside a home in the 3900 block of West 104th Street The Cook County Medical Examiner’s office has not released his name loved ones and all those who worked alongside him in your thoughts as they process his unfathomable loss,” Police Supt Larry Snelling wrote in a message to department members Snelling noted the detective had been assigned to the Area 2 Division “Grief can weigh heavy on us as we try to understand the loss of a fellow CPD member,” Snelling wrote in his message while reminding members of the department’s Employee Assistance Program and its Chaplains Ministry Poe is charged with indecent solicitation of a child unlawful possession of cannabis plants and possession of drug paraphernalia Poe was arrested Feb. 28 by the Evergreen Park Police Department at his residence in the 10500 block of South Troy Street Law enforcement officials from various agencies working with ICAC worked extensively to identify and apprehend a suspect Matt O’Shea said in an email to 19th Ward residents His next court date is March 21 at the Bridgeview Courthouse and will remain in custody at Cook County Jail “I would like to thank the Cook County Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Chicago Police Department and Cook County State's Attorney's Office for their work on this case,” O’Shea said a special thanks to the Mayor of Evergreen Park We are grateful that this predator is no longer a danger to children.” 2025 at 5:09 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The coyote was part of a family often seen in the area in recent months (Shutterstock)CHICAGO — Three teenagers killed a coyote pup over the weekend in Chicago’s Mount Greenwood neighborhood Saturday to the 10600 bock of South Sacramento Avenue where witnesses reported three males abusing a coyote Officers found a dead coyote on private property and the animal was removed who said no one was in custody as of Wednesday afternoon Area resident Dave Kielbasa told Block Club Chicago that he saw a black pickup truck park in front of his house then the driver got out and met three people on the property of the neighboring Ridge Country Club “Then I realize it’s a coyote they are doing it to,” he told the outlet Kielbasa confronted the teens and the driver apologized but drove away adding the pup was part of a family often seen in the area in recent months “They don’t harm anyone,” Kielbasa said to the publication “They even have a cat that travels with them so it was sad to see him lying there dead.” At least three other members of the Chicago Police Department died by suicide last year The death of an off-duty Chicago police detective found Friday in his Mount Greenwood home has been ruled a suicide About noon Friday, the 59-year-old man was found inside a home in the 3900 block of West 104th Street, according to Chicago police. He was unresponsive, with a gunshot wound to the head Autopsy results released over the weekend ruled his death a suicide according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office The detective was assigned to the Area 2 Division At least three members of the Chicago Police Department died by suicide last year They include a 29-year-old officer who was found inside a West Loop residence in May with a gunshot wound to the head Also, a month earlier, Celal Cenker Surgit, 54, who spent nearly 20 years with the department was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside his West Ridge home according to police and the medical examiner’s office Details were not available on last year’s third suicide in the ranks The department has struggled in recent years to provide adequate mental health resources for officers according to a city inspector general report released at the end of 2022 seven Chicago cops took their own lives — three of them within a single month that summer and three more within a week that December The department currently has 21 counselors providing mental health services to its more than 11,600 members nearing closer to its goal of assigning one counselor to each of its 22 police districts Counseling can be found through the department’s Employee Assistance Program which provides free confidential services to all active and retired members of the Chicago Police Department The race/walk will start and finish at Gold Star Families Memorial and Park Special Olympics (formerly known as Museum Campus Drive) has stitched together over 70 quilts made from Chicago police tee shirts from different departments and events Families of deceased police officers often privately commission quilts from Ricker in memory of their deceased loved ones Proceeds from the raffle (and run) will go toward the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation's mission to support the families of officers killed or catastrophically injured in the line of duty The CPMF also raises money to replace bullet-resistant vests for Chicago police officers who must replace vests every four or five years out of their own pocket >>> Stitched With Love, CPD Quilt To Be Raffled Off At Pancake Breakfast a retired Chicago Park District lifeguard from Mt fell into quilting later in life when a neighbor asked if she had ever made a T-shirt quilt Riker’s quilt raffle is one of the highlights of Ald Matt O’Shea’s annual “Get Behind the Vest” pancake breakfast “They’re different colors and different themes,” Ricker said in a previous Patch interview Tickets to the quilt raffle are $5 each or 5 for $20, and can be purchased through April 28 at CPMF 2025 Run To Remember Quilt The winner will be announced at the Run to Remember on May 3 One thing Ricker could use more of are CPD tee shirts ALSO: Runners and walkers can register in advance online through April 29 at CPMF Run To Remember LAST CHANCE registration is available April 23 through April 28 at 11:30 p.m., for a $5 discount off the entry fee (use promo code LAST CHANCE). Regular prices go up to $55 during packet pickup, and $60 on race day. See Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Signing Up Runners, Walkers For Run To Remember 5K Investigators work the scene where a man was shot during a SWAT response incident Thursday in the 11000 block of South Millard Avenue in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood A Chicago police officer shot and wounded a man who claimed he harmed his family and had weapons in his Mount Greenwood home Thursday afternoon Officers responded to a report of a person with a gun about 3:50 p.m at a home in the 11000 block of South Millard Avenue where they saw the man leaning out of the second-floor window of his home Officers ordered him to keep his hands visible striking the man and causing him to fall out of the home was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn a Chicago Fire Department spokesperson said Sources said the man who was wounded appeared to be in the midst of a mental health crisis the man called 911 and said he harmed his family and had weapons in the home no one else was found injured when police responded The officer who fired his gun was taken to Little Company of Mary Hospital for observation He will be placed on routine administrative duties for at least 30 days The Civilian Office of Police Accountability Anyone with information is asked to contact COPA at (312) 746-3609 and found the deceased coyote after it had been shot on the railroad tracks with a bow and then stomped spokeswoman Jayette Bolinski said in a statement were issued conservation-related citations for their role in killing a coyote near the Mount Greenwood neighborhood The animal abuse, witnessed by neighbors unfolded in the 10600 block of South Sacramento Avenue when officers from the Morgan Park (22nd District) found the coyote dead on private property One of the neighbors, Dave Kielbasa, told Block Club Chicago, that a black pickup truck that has been a problem this summer went speeding down their one-way street earlier in the day When the pickup returned about 45 minutes later the driver got out and talked to three other people on the other side of the fence on Ridge Country Club property “That’s when I see them jumping and stomping and kicking,” Kielbasa said “Then I realize it’s a coyote they are doing it to.” The four teens were ordered to appear in court Feb 2025 at 10:38 am CTChicago police enter a home in the 11100 block of South Millard Avenue after a person in the home was shot by officers while responding to a “person-with-a-gun” call (AJ Roccaforte | Patch Contributor)Chicago police investigate a shooting in Mount Greenwood during which a “male individual” was shot by an officer responding to a "person with a gun" call (AJ Roccaforte | Patch Contributor)Chicago police investigate a shooting in Mount Greenwood during which a “male individual” was shot by an officer responding to a "person with a gun" call (AJ Roccaforte | Patch Contributor)CHICAGO – A person is in serious condition after being shot during an encounter with Chicago police Thursday afternoon in Mount Greenwood Around 3:49 p.m., 22nd District (Morgan Park) officers responded to a person with a gun call at a residence in the 11000 block of South Millard Avenue The caller told 911 that there people hurst inside the home Officers tried to deescalate the situation and ordered the male to keep his hands visible The individual fell to the ground and police rendered medical attention The male was taken to an area hospital in serious condition The officer was taken to an area hospital for observation The CPD Investigative Response Team is currently investigating The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is conducting a comprehensive use of force investigation with the full cooperation of the Chicago Police Department The officer who allegedly fired his weapon will be placed on routine administrative duties for a minimum period of 30 days those four petals have their similarities and differences one of the four corner neighborhoods of Chicago I decided to visit the other three corners of Chicago — Edison Park and Hegewisch — all on public transportation I wanted to see if it was possible to circumnavigate the entire city in a single day my neighbors could hardly believe how far I’d traveled 11:05 a.m.: Board the 290 Cumberland bus at Howard Station with a big book — Stephen King’s The Dead Zone — for the long trip ahead 11:57 a.m.: Get off the bus at Touhy and Ozanam in Park Ridge watching for the street signs to change to let me know I’m back in Chicago 12:11 a.m.: Emerald Style is Edison Park’s t-shirt headquarters They’re really proud of being Irish in Edison Park I buy a green “Edison Park” t-shirt with a shamrock-shaped Chicago flag Right next door is a bar called Emerald Isle 12:31 a.m.: I drink a beer at the Edison Park Inn while watching the NASCAR race and waiting for a Metra train 1 p.m.: Catch the UP-NW train from Harvard the first leg of my trip to Mount Greenwood 1:15 p.m.: Change to the Blue Line at Jefferson Park Change to the Orange Line at Clark and Lake Catch the 52A 115th/Springfield bus at the Kedzie Orange Line station A two-hour journey from Edison Park to Mount Greenwood I step off the bus right behind a guy wearing a Trump 2024 baseball cap Mount Greenwood is one of the few neighborhoods in the city where you can safely advertise your support for Trump heavily populated by cops and firefighters Almost every precinct here voted Republican in 2020 — and 2016 making it the Trumpiest neighborhood in Chicago which has the seals of Ireland’s four provinces painted on the front They’re really proud of being Irish in Mount Greenwood I’ve heard some great political discussions here since half the patrons are for Biden and the other half are for Trump “The Nashville White Sox,” says a man at the end of the bar “They need to move to Nashville and let a real baseball team take over in Chicago I fail to buy a t-shirt in Mount Greenwood Schools R Us sells shirts for every Catholic school on the South Side — Brother Rice Margaret of Scotland — but it closes at 3 p.m I peer through the window of MG — closed for the holiday weekend — and see a “Police Lives Matter” shirt Also closed for the holiday weekend is a store selling Chicago Fire Department shirts — another very Mount Greenwood sentiment In the windows of all three stores are portraits of Officer Luis Huesca the Chicago police officer killed in an off-duty shooting in April 4:11 p.m.: Mount Greenwood and Hegewisch are only eight miles apart but to get from one neighborhood to the other on public transportation takes an hour and a half I ask to be dropped off at Pudgy’s Pizza in Hegewisch “I’ve always wanted to try this place,” I tell a man in an apron sitting out front “You came all the way from Rogers Park to eat here?” But it’s where I wanted to eat in Hegewisch.” and sit down to eat it at one of Pudgy’s two tables but the crust isn’t as crisp as I’ve come to expect from Chicago tavern-style pizza when the man in the apron asks if I’d give it a good review at Brandon and 135th — Chicago’s southernmost bar There’s a t-shirt behind the bar with a shamrock in place of the “O.” They’re really proud of being Irish in Hegewisch I buy a baseball-style shirt that reads “Old Time Tap Hegewisch.” I want people to know where I’ve been I catch the South Shore Line to Millenium Station I change to the 147 Howard Station bus on Michigan Avenue The bus drops me off outside the Lighthouse Tavern I walk in wearing my new Old Time Tap t-shirt “I’m sure there’s a Hegewisch in London,” a woman says “I’ve never been to Hegewisch,” says a third man Chicagoans in their neighborhoods can be so provincial Yet I’m being treated as though I visited a foreign country I guess the North Side and the South Side do see each other that way We hope you enjoy our newsletters.To subscribe to the print edition of Chicago magazine, go to chicagomag.com/subscribe Tags: Chicago magazine newsletters have you covered “God bless Officer Martinez and his family and all of those who have their lives to serve our city.” Attendees are encouraged to wear blue in a show of solidarity Chicago police officers and CFD members are also invited to wear their uniforms prayer and community support for those affected by this loss Christina Parish serves a meaningful gathering place for the Mount Greenwood community when many police officers and firefighters live as they come together in support and remembrance The young officer's body was brought to Blake-Lamb Funeral Home in Oak Lawn Friday morning from the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 17 at Blake-Lamb, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn (103rd Street and Cicero Avenue). A Mass of Christian Burial follows at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police are searching for three suspects who witnesses say abused and killed a coyote Saturday afternoon on the Southwest Side in the 10600 block of South Sacramento Avenue Witnesses told police that three unknown males were abusing the coyote The animal was later found dead on private property and removed Read more at CBS Chicago South Side Weekly the crack of a bat and the cheers from the stands are more than just a sign of a good game—they’re a sign of community This neighborhood on Chicago’s southwest side has long been known for its deeply rooted traditions of playing softball; it’s a tradition that brings people of all ages together where the games are hosted on nine different fields is located on the Far Southwest Side of Chicago From adults reliving their glory days in intramural leagues to youth teams just starting to learn the ropes of the game Greenwood is more than just a sport; it’s a way of life The neighborhood’s well-maintained softball fields are the heart of this tradition acting as gathering places where neighbors can come together but to strengthen the ties that bind this community Sign up to get the Weekly Digest delivered to your inbox One of the most beautiful things about this tradition is how inclusive it is join intramural leagues that balance friendly competition with a shared love for the game Whether it’s a tightly contested game or one filled with more laughter than runs the real win is the camaraderie that grows with every season the softball fields represent more than just a place to play—they represent memories in the making Young players learn not only the mechanics of the game but also valuable lessons about teamwork the shouts of encouragement from teammates and the pride of wearing a team jersey all contribute to a sense of belonging that extends beyond the field These fields have witnessed countless first hits all of which form the foundation of lifelong friendships and cherished memories Greenwood’s softball culture even more special is how it transcends generations Parents who once played in the leagues now watch their kids and grandkids step onto the same fields they once did It’s this continuity that keeps the neighborhood connected with each new season becoming a link between the past I remember playing tee ball and baseball on these fields nearly twenty years ago and watching my brother more focused on playing with the grass in the outfield than on the next batter.  Greenwood are also a social experience for spectators and enjoy the sense of community that permeates the air It’s not just about the score—it’s about the shared experience and the sense of pride that comes from supporting one another you feel like you’re part of something larger a community tradition that has stood the test of time It’s the ladies walking around the park while you play the hot dog cart from Fat Tommy’s making its way around the track and the vibrant energy that lasts well into the evening until the sun sets and the streetlights come on it can be easy to lose sight of what makes a neighborhood feel like home the softball fields remain a constant reminder that community is built through shared experiences can bring people together in ways that are deeply meaningful there’s something undeniably special about Mt It’s not just about the game—it’s about the friendships and the community spirit that come alive with every pitch many of these games are organized by word of mouth keep an eye out for postings around the neighborhood in the summertime and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" View More View More 2024 at 4:10 pm CT.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The off-duty Chicago police officer was confronted by a group of armed carjackers early Tuesday morning in Mt (Tim Moran/Patch)CHICAGO — An off-duty Chicago police officer exchanged gunfire early Tuesday morning when he was approached by a group of would-be armed carjackers in Mount Greenwood the off-duty Chicgo cop was confronted in the 10800 block of South Campbell Avenue in the 22nd Police District An exchange of gunfire ensued and the group fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan A resident's video showed an alleged suspect running from 108th and South Campbell The police officer was not injured and no other injuries have been reported A home security camera captured a dark-colored vehicle speeding down the street The video also captured an alleged suspect running from 108th Street and Longwood Avenue The Chicago Police Department is seeking assistance from residents or businesses in the Beverly/Morgan Park community. If you have doorbell/security camera footage from this morning between 5:20 to 6:30 a.m., Tuesday, please contact the Bureau of Detectives (Area Two) at 312-747-8273 or CPDtip.com “This is yet another reminder that we have to remain vigilant and be aware of our surroundings at all times dial 9-1-1 to report suspicious activity immediately,” Ald Matt O’Shea said in an email blast with 19th Ward residents “I will share more information as it becomes available.” The specifics of this incident, including the comprehensive use of force investigation, being investigated by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability with the full cooperation of the Chicago Police Department The officer will be placed on routine administrative duties for a minimum period of 30 days contact your hosting provider for more information Four men are charged with multiple felonies following the beating of four employees at Barraco’s Pizza in Mount Greenwood on Sunday Four men are charged with multiple felonies following the early Sunday beating of four employees at Barraco’s Pizza in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood according to Chicago police and court documents Four 20-year-old men are accused of punching four employees The 61-year-old man was punched several times in his head and knocked to the floor He was taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn The four men were arrested shortly after the attack near the restaurant They were identified as Andrew Fedyk of La Grange Park; Harry Kenny of Glen Ellyn; Frank Paris of River Forest; and John Powers IV of Oak Park They are charged with four counts of aggravated battery in a public place and one count each of aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and aggravated battery of a person 60 years or older Paris also faces a count of robbery for allegedly stealing a victim’s hat and Powers faces an additional count of aggravated battery by strangulation All four defendants were ordered released from custody during a detention hearing Tuesday