Chicago cop killing suspect allegedly preyed on ‘joke of a system’ costing officers their lives: city leader
A Chicago man, Alphonso Talley, is charged with the murder of Officer John Bartholomew and the shooting of another officer. The incident has sparked criticism of the city's judicial system, particularly the no-cash bail law, which some believe allows violent offenders to remain free. City leaders are calling for reforms to improve public safety and protect law enforcement officers.
- ▪Alphonso Talley, 27, is charged with killing Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew, 28.
- ▪Talley allegedly shot another officer during the incident at Swedish Hospital.
- ▪Critics, including Alderman Anthony Napolitano, blame the no-cash bail law for allowing violent offenders to remain on the streets.
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Chicago Chicago cop killing suspect allegedly preyed on ‘joke of a system’ costing officers their lives: city leader Alderman Anthony Napolitano calls the city's judicial system 'a joke' and 'broken' after SAFE-T Act release led to tragedy By Julia Bonavita Fox News Published May 20, 2026 6:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video No-cash bail blamed for Chicago officer's killing Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew is laid to rest after being tragically slain by Alphonso Talley, a career criminal with seven prior convictions. John Catanzara Jr., Chicago Police FOP President, and Chicago resident Cata Truss criticize the no-cash-bail law for allowing violent offenders to remain on the streets, jeopardizing public safety.
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