Trooper Kevin Bradley's DUI prosecutions see 174 cases dismissed or not guilty
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Updated · WLS-TV · May 8
Trooper Kevin Bradley's DUI prosecutions see 174 cases dismissed or not guilty
4 articles · Updated · WLS-TV · May 8
Court records in Cook County since 2023 showed more than 300 prosecutions tied to Bradley, with 105 guilty findings and 40 cases still pending.
Drivers told ABC7 they were sober, and at least three have sued Bradley and Illinois State Police, alleging false arrests, malicious prosecution and civil-rights violations.
Bradley, a three-time state "Top Cop" for DUI arrests, denies wrongdoing in civil cases, while public defenders allege a repeated pattern of fabricated or copy-and-paste evidence.
When a state's 'Top Cop' is linked to hundreds of wrongful arrests, what does this reveal about police performance metrics?
If an officer's word alone can lead to a ruinous DUI charge, how can citizens protect themselves during a traffic stop?
From 208 Arrests to 174 Dismissals: Unraveling Trooper Kevin Bradley’s Controversial DUI Enforcement
Overview
An investigation revealed that Illinois State Trooper Kevin Bradley made a record number of DUI arrests between 2023 and 2024, earning awards for his enforcement. However, many of these cases were dismissed or acquitted, raising serious doubts about the validity of his arrests. Allegations surfaced that Bradley used a repetitive, 'cookie-cutter' approach and fabricated evidence, including mishandling personal property in at least one case. Despite confirmed policy violations, disciplinary actions were minimal, fueling concerns about accountability. The arrests caused severe personal and financial harm to those involved, even when charges were dropped. These issues have damaged public trust and sparked ongoing lawsuits, highlighting the need for police reform and greater oversight.