For the second time since 2020, Chicago police shoot Cordero Ramey, who prosecutors say fired at them first

Chicago Man Shot by Police for the Second Time

For most individuals, being shot by a police officer is an event that never occurs. However, for Cordero Ramey, this has now happened twice, according to prosecutors.

At 26 years old, Ramey, who was previously wounded by Chicago police in 2020, found himself in a similar situation on May 11 when he allegedly opened fire on two officers in South Chicago. Following the incident, he was hospitalized until recently when he was detained on charges that include attempted murder of police officers by the order of Cook County Judge John Hock.

Assistant State’s Attorney Mike Pekara shared details of the May 11 incident in court. The Chicago Police Department received a report that a man had threatened someone with a gun near the 3100 block of East 83rd Street. Two officers in an unmarked vehicle encountered Ramey, who matched the suspect’s description, and instructed him to keep his hands visible. After initially complying, Ramey allegedly reached for his waist, prompting the officers to exit the vehicle. Ramey then fled the scene, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, he turned and fired multiple shots at the officers, who returned fire. Fortunately, both officers escaped unharmed. Ramey eventually threw his gun to the ground and was apprehended by the police, who discovered 25 bags of suspected heroin in his possession.

Further investigation revealed six shell casings at the scene that were preliminarily linked to the firearm Ramey discharged. Additionally, gunshot residue was found on his hands, further implicating him in the shooting incident.

Pekara also mentioned Ramey’s previous run-ins with the law, including a 2020 case where he was a passenger in a stolen vehicle that attempted to ram Chicago police officers. In that incident, both Ramey and the driver were shot by the officers. Ramey later pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as a felon and received a 7½-year sentence. Despite being on probation, he was arrested for car burglary while out on bail. Furthermore, during a subsequent jail stay, Ramey was convicted of public indecency for inappropriate behavior towards female correctional officers.

The state is now reviewing Ramey’s parole status in light of the recent allegations.