A group of individuals gathered last night at 6:00 p.m. at 500 W. Madison St. The gathering did not have a valid permit, yet CPD

A group of individuals gathered last night at 6:00 p.m. at 500 W. Madison St. The gathering did not have a valid permit, yet CPD allowed demonstrators to rally and exercise their First Amendment rights peacefully for a reasonable amount of time. CPD leadership attempted multiple times to negotiate with organizers who refused to comply and disperse from the area. A coordinated multiple arrest was declared after our officers were physically confronted and attacked by this group. Our officers responded professionally and with public safety as the top priority. We thank all of our partners who have worked with us to keep the entire city safe during the Democratic National Convention. Chicago Police Source: Police frequency