MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Madison’s police chief is a step closer to possibly heading up Chicago’s police department.
Shon Barnes was named as one of three finalists for the job of Chicago police superintendent. The other two candidates are current members of the Chicago Police Department.
The three will be referred to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
The Chicago Sun-Times reports Johnson has expressed a strong desire to pick a new head of police from inside the Chicago department or select someone with experience in the city.
Barnes became Madison’s chief in 2021 after serving as the Director of Training and Professional Development for the Chicago Police Department.
