By Nick Gale, WLS-AM News
(CHICAGO) Coming off of a violent and deadly weekend in Chicago, nearly 100 new officers, promoted lieutenants and sergeants were officially sworn in Tuesday.
Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson oversaw the ceremony at Navy Pier, saying the department continues to be committed to making the city a safer place.
“Gang activity, combined with the use of illegal weapons, is contributing to an unacceptable level of violence and aberrant regard for human life,” Johnson told the graduates.
Meanwhile over the weekend, officers took nearly 100 guns off the streets and have taken in some 4,200 guns.
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