Politics & Government
Chicago FOP President John Catanzara Takes Voluntary Leave From Position With Illinois FOP
The leave will continue until "any ongoing investigations of alleged misconduct by outside law enforcement authorities" conclude.
Updated on: October 3, 2025 / 5:56 AM CDT
Chicago Fraternal Order of Police President John Catanzara has taken a voluntary leave of absence from his position with the Illinois FOP board.
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A letter from Illinois FOP President Chris Southwood confirmed Catanzara agreed to take a leave of absence as First Vice President of the Illinois State Lodge in light of allegations of financial misconduct.
According to the letter, the leave will continue until "any ongoing investigations of alleged misconduct by outside law enforcement authorities" conclude.
