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Judge tosses claims against Foxx in lawsuit by cop acquitted in 2022 shooting

Last updated: July 18, 2025 7:10 am
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A federal judge recently made a significant ruling in a lawsuit brought by Chicago police officer Christopher Liakopoulos, who claimed he was wrongly charged after an on-duty shooting in 2022. The lawsuit named former Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and two prosecutors, Lynn McCarthy and Alyssa Janicki, alleging they pursued charges against Liakopoulos without probable cause, withheld evidence, and presented misleading testimony to the grand jury.

However, U.S. District Judge Jorge Alonso dismissed all claims against Foxx, McCarthy, and Janicki, citing prosecutorial immunity. This means that prosecutors are protected from civil suits for actions taken within the scope of their responsibilities, even if they act maliciously or unreasonably. As a result, Liakopoulos’ claims against the prosecutors were entirely dismissed from the lawsuit.

The incident in question occurred when Liakopoulos and another officer, Reynoso, encountered three men near 18th and Morgan while on their way to a training session. Prosecutors stated that one of the men was armed and fled the scene, while another man approached the officers with a wine bottle and a phone in hand. The situation escalated, leading to officers opening fire and striking the unarmed man, who survived. The armed individual fired shots at the officers before fleeing.

Liakopoulos was indicted on charges of aggravated battery, aggravated discharge, and official misconduct in September 2022. However, he was found not guilty after a bench trial in September 2023. While Foxx and the prosecutors were dismissed from the case, claims against Chicago Police Officer Emmet Welch, who provided testimony to the grand jury, were allowed to proceed. The judge determined that Welch’s testimony may have been necessary for the grand jury’s decision.

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Overall, the ruling highlights the complexities of legal proceedings involving law enforcement officers and prosecutors. While some claims were dismissed due to prosecutorial immunity, the case against Officer Welch continues to move forward. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and transparency in the criminal justice system.

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