Chicago City Wire

Contrell Lopez, 19, was one of nine teens arrested over the past weekend and charged with crimes related to mob violence that wracked the City of Chicago. 

Lopez was arrested on Sunday, April 15 at 2 N. Michigan Ave. in Chicago. He was charged with reckless conduct and posted a $1,500 bond.

“The Chicago Police Department's top priority is the safety and well-being of our residents and visitors, including our city's youth. The reckless, disruptive and violent behavior that was seen downtown this past weekend will not be tolerated. We encourage our young people to be safe and responsible as they enjoy their weekends, but anyone engaged in criminal activity will be arrested and held accountable,” CPD said in the statement, according to ABC7 Chicago.

Lopez was one of the many teenagers that descended onto the Chicago Loop over the weekend. Up to 1,000 teenagers descended on several neighborhoods in Chicago during the incident, burnt cars, broke windows, and assaulted people. During the two days of mob violence, three people were shot.

The Chicago Police Department also said that they "actively and continuously review open source social media and additional resources will be available to protect those who are visiting, living or working in the areas of large gatherings. The resources will include increased police and command staff visibility at the gatherings within the city. Their Strategic Decision Support Centers (SDSCs) "will also be monitoring all activity and police cameras to assist in the proactive reallocation of resources when necessary.” 

The CPD also stated that “Additional security measures such as bag checks at beach entry points and the curfew for minors at Millennium Park will also be in place." They are also "working closely with youth and outreach workers for when these gatherings occur,” according to the statement released by the Chicago Police Department. They strongly encourage teens should be accompanied by their parents or "have them remain under the supervision of a responsible adult." The CPD pledged to remain in touch and work with community organizations and leaders "to provide safe spaces and alternatives for our youth across the city.”