While few people experience being shot by a Chicago police officer, prosecutors state that Cordero Ramey has faced this situation twice.
At 26, Ramey was first injured by Chicago police in 2020. On May 11, he was shot again after he allegedly fired at two officers in South Chicago. He remained hospitalized, recovering from his injuries until Wednesday, when he was detained by Cook County Judge John Hock on charges, including attempted murder of police officers.
According to Assistant State’s Attorney Mike Pekara, at around 10:30 p.m. on May 11, Chicago police received a report of a man pointing a gun near the 3100 block of East 83rd Street. Officers in an unmarked vehicle identified Ramey as matching the suspect’s description. They ordered him to keep his hands visible when they stopped him. Pekara noted that Ramey initially raised his hands but then moved them toward his waist, prompting him to flee when the officers exited their SUV.
As the officers pursued him, Ramey allegedly turned and fired multiple shots at them. Both officers returned fire and were unharmed. During the exchange, Ramey reportedly crossed the street, discarded his gun, and fell. The officers caught up with him and called for medical assistance, reportedly seizing 25 bags of suspected heroin from his possession.
Investigators discovered six shell casings at the scene, which preliminary tests linked to the firearm Ramey allegedly used. Additionally, gunshot residue was found on his hands, Pekara said.
In 2020, while on probation for illegal firearm possession, Ramey was a passenger in a stolen vehicle whose driver aimed at police officers, causing them to open fire. Both men were struck, Pekara explained. Ramey later admitted to being a felon with a firearm and was sentenced to 7½ years, six months longer than the driver, according to court records.
While his case was pending, Ramey posted bail and was arrested again for car burglary. During his incarceration, he was twice convicted of public indecency for exposing himself to female correctional officers, Pekara added.
In light of the new allegations, the state will reassess Ramey’s parole status.
