Chicago police officer linked to CPD Ofc. Krystal Rivera's death investigated for bar attack on another off-duty officer
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CHICAGO (WLS) — An investigation is now underway into a Chicago police officer, who reportedly shot his partner Officer Krystal Rivera by accident earlier this year, for allegedly assaulting an off-duty female officer, according to a police report.

The alleged attack apparently happened at a bar in Wicker Park.

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As per a police report accessed by the ABC7 I-Team, the woman informed police she was awaiting a rideshare when the off-duty officer, accompanied by another woman, approached her. He is accused of demanding that she remove videos from her phone before both allegedly assaulted her.

The victim was taken to a nearby hospital for injuries.

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability says they are investigating the incident.

The officer is already on paid leave for the shooting earlier this year that killed Officer Rivera.

RELATED | Lawyers, family of CPD Officer Krystal Rivera ask why partner was still on force after discipline

ABC7 has not named the officer because he is not criminally charged in either case.

READ MORE | Alleged drug dealer is 2nd suspect charged in connection with CPD Officer Krystal Rivera’s death

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