Family of Chicago officer slain by partner on duty files lawsuit against city, shooter

Rivera and Baker, both members of a police tactical unit, had conducted a traffic stop on a motorist suspected of having a gun. A foot chase ensued and ended outside an apartment. According to the lawsuit, Baker was positioned in front of the door and Rivera to the side or behind him. Baker kicked in the door to reveal the suspect with a gun.

Baker fired his weapon but struck Rivera in the back, Rivera family attorney Antonio Romanucci said, but instead of reporting that an officer had been hit, he fled to another floor of the apartment building.

Read more about the lawsuit against Baker and the City from John O’Connor for the Associated Press.