Interim Supt. Charlie Beck On Police Reform, Priorities

Chicago Police Interim Superintendent Charlie Beck at City Club of Chicago
Interim Chicago Police Superintendent Charlie Beck talks to reporters after giving a speech at the City Club on Monday, January 13, 2020. Beck said street outreach workers will be key to reducing Chicago gun violence. Patrick Smith / WBEZ
Chicago Police Interim Superintendent Charlie Beck at City Club of Chicago
Interim Chicago Police Superintendent Charlie Beck talks to reporters after giving a speech at the City Club on Monday, January 13, 2020. Beck said street outreach workers will be key to reducing Chicago gun violence. Patrick Smith / WBEZ

Interim Supt. Charlie Beck On Police Reform, Priorities

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As the search continues for a permanent superintendent, the city’s interim top cop is pledging to reform the Chicago Police Department during his time at the helm.

Retired Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck was tapped by Mayor Lori Lightfoot last month to take over for fired Superintendent Eddie Johnson.

He joins Reset to dive into his priorities for CPD.

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