Chicago Police Shooting Video Released

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability made public records regarding a 2025 shooting in River North.

Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Law Enforcement

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability released video and documents concerning a police shooting that occurred in a hotel lobby on April 7, 2025. Officers fired on 46-year-old Demond Williams after an unsuccessful attempt to use tasers.

Why it matters

The release of these materials follows the expiration of a court order that had previously prohibited the public dissemination of evidence. This documentation provides insight into an incident where officers pursued a suspect they identified as having an active arrest warrant.

Demond Williams faces charges of aggravated assault and unlawful use of a weapon following the shooting. Authorities recovered a knife at the scene of the 100 block of East Hubbard Street incident.

The players

Civilian Office of Police Accountability

This is the independent agency responsible for investigating allegations of police misconduct in Chicago.

Demond Williams

He is the 46-year-old suspect who was critically injured during the police shooting in a hotel lobby.

The details

Officers pursued Williams into a hotel lobby before deploying tasers, which failed to stop the suspect. Two officers subsequently discharged their firearms, leaving Williams critically injured before he was transported to Northwestern Hospital.

April 7, 2025: The police shooting occurred in the hotel lobby.
May 29, 2025: A court order was issued to restrict the release of evidence.
October 1, 2026: COPA released the official videos and documents.

Legal Context

The release of this footage adheres to evolving transparency standards within the Chicago justice system regarding officer-involved shootings. This process follows the established protocols for public evidence disclosure once court-ordered restrictions expire.

Residents in the River North area may see continued scrutiny regarding safety protocols at hotels and public spaces following this disclosure. Local authorities have provided contact information at 312-746-3609 for those seeking further details on the investigation.

The takeaway

Public access to official police records remains a critical component of institutional accountability in Chicago. Transparency initiatives continue to shape how the city manages evidence from past officer-involved incidents.