Officer Sick Leave Surge Hits Two South Suburban Police Departments
Two police departments in Chicago’s south suburbs are facing staffing strain after an unusual spike in officers calling in sick this week. While exact numbers haven’t been released, sources say the absences are significant enough to impact daily operations.
To maintain coverage, law enforcement agencies are shifting personnel and resources to ensure critical duties are met, as concerns grow over public safety and the reason behind the sudden wave of sick calls.
