Illinois flags are at half-staff on Friday to honor Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez, who was killed in the line of duty on November 4. Martinez, 26, was shot during a traffic stop in East Chatham, just days before his third anniversary with the Chicago Police Department. The flags will remain lowered until sunset on Monday, November 18, in accordance with a directive from Governor JB Pritzker’s office. Officer Martinez’s visitation will be held Sunday, Nov. 17, with funeral services on Monday, Nov. 18.
The suspect, 23-year-old Darien McMillian, was on electronic monitoring at the time of the shooting and has been charged with murder and other offenses. Police Superintendent Larry Snelling emphasized the dangers officers face daily and the importance of ensuring their safety.
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