Mayor Brandon Johnson and Corporation Counsel Mary B. Richardson-Lowry have announced a $90 million global settlement to resolve 176 lawsuits related to wrongful convictions tied to former Chicago Police Department Sgt. Ronald Watts, former officer Kallatt Mohammed, and members of Watts’s tactical team. The lawsuits stem from arrests that occurred more than twenty years ago, with some legal actions dating back to 2017.

“This is the first time we’ve reached a comprehensive settlement to resolve wrongful conviction claims,” said Mayor Johnson. “It’s a historic moment that reflects our commitment to accountability and healing.”

The settlement is intended to provide closure for the city and plaintiffs, reduce potential future verdicts against the city, lower long-term legal costs, and reinfo

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