Robert Boik, who has served in high-ranking civilian roles within the Chicago Police Department since 2016, was fired after sending an email criticizing Supt. David Brown’s decision to move 46 officers under Boik’s supervision, according to sources.
has been fired by Supt. David Brown after complaining about deep cuts to his office, the Sun-Times has learned.
"My request was not made lightly and was only due to what I believe is my professional obligation to meet the demands of the consent decree and the needs of our officers," Boik stated to Brown. Boik’s termination was effective immediately Tuesday, a source said. Boik declined to comment. A spokesman for Brown didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.
But some former high-ranking city officials rushed to Boik’s defense — and raised serious questions about his termination. "I have a lot of respect for Bob. It’s a big loss for CPD. Their goal of reaching compliance, in my estimation, will be much more difficult without Bob."In a FOX 32 Special Report, we recently went on a ride-along with the Chicago Vehicular Hijacking Task Force. Before we could even get our bulletproof vests on, we were in pursuit of a stolen SUV.
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