City strikes sweeping Guevara police misconduct deal as proposed settlement fund soars
- Posted on September 18, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson projects unprecedented settlement expenditures reaching $401 million by 2027, with substantial portions allocated to resolve misconduct allegations against former detective Reynaldo Guevara. The comprehensive agreement addresses decades of legal claims stemming from questionable police practices, representing a significant financial commitment to compensate affected communities and reform municipal accountability standards.
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City strikes sweeping Guevara police misconduct deal as proposed settlement fund soars
Mayor Brandon Johnson forecasts a $401 million cost for settlements in 2027, and much of it appears set to go to a deal to settle cases tied to former detective Reynaldo Guevara.
