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A Veteran’s Perspective on Crime and Policing in Chicago
Introduction
Chicago’s crime wave continues to spiral out of control, with recent statistics showing a staggering 38% increase since Mayor Brandon Johnson took office in May 2023. The city’s streets are increasingly lawless, with gangs operating seemingly unchecked, prompting bizarre and troubling public directives such as asking gangs to "please don't shoot each other between 9 am and 9 pm.” While the mayor hints at deeper issues like prosecutors refusing to pursue charges, former Chicago homicide detective Jim Sherlock offers a rare, veteran's insight into the roots of the city’s violent crime problem, drawing from four generations of service in the Chicago Police Department.