Chicago’s Office of Inspector General released a report on Thursday that suggested the police department is currently unprepared to deal with “mass gatherings.'
Chicago's internal watchdog found the police department was unprepared for mass gatherings as the city prepares to host the Democratic National Convention this summer. On Thursday, Chicago’s Office of Inspector General released a follow-up inquiry on the 'Chicago Police Department’s Preparedness for Mass Gatherings.
Fox News Digital reached out to the Chicago Police Department for a comment. The OIG cited its past review following the Black Lives Matter protests and riots in 2020 after the death of George Floyd. 'The Department identified the lack of planning documents, a shortage of necessary equipment, and inadequate notice of the cancellation of days off as areas for improvement.
The Democratic National Convention is slated to be held this summer in Chicago at the United Center from August 19-22. Anti-Israel groups have announced their intentions to protest the event over President Biden’s support for Israel.
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