Last week, Evans returned to his job, but he remains on desk duty as a lieutenant. He rose through the department ranks while piling up civilian complaints of excessive force — 114 complaints since joining the force in 1986, half of which alleged excessive force. After Emanuel picked Johnson to lead the department during a turbulent time, the new police chief said he is serious about reform. To date, Chicago has spent nearly $300,000 in settlements related to six federal lawsuits against Evans that allege excessive force. The Independent Police Review Authority (IPRA), a civilian board overseeing misconduct cases, is recommending that Evans be fired.

Source: Washington Post June 02, 2016 12:00 UTC