CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) - Chicago’s top cop is on his way out, again.
Interim Chicago Police Superintendent Eric Carter announced Thursday his decision to retire from the department. It was just over a month ago that Carter took over for the retiring CPD Superintendent David Brown.
Carter’s retirement will take effect May 15, the same day Brandon Johnson will be sworn in as mayor of Chicago.
It’s unclear who will lead CPD until Johnson appoints a permanent superintendent.
Prior to his brief tenure as the chief ranking officer, Carter served as First Deputy Superintendent, the department’s second-in-command, for three years.
In total, Carter has been a Chicago police officer for 30 years.
“To the residents of Chicago, law enforcement agencies, clergy, community leaders, and the many organizations who work each day beside CPD, thank you. Your continued partnership strengthens public safety daily across our great city,” said Interim Superintendent Carter.
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