Puerto Rican Police Association - PRPA

05/22/2026

The Puerto Rican Police Association is proud to always support the Fraternal Order of Police and participate in events like Taste of FOP. Strong partnerships, unity, and collaboration between law enforcement organizations are essential to supporting our officers, their families, and the communities we serve. We appreciate the continued camaraderie and look forward to another great event together.

Special thanks to Jibarito’s y Más for always supporting the Puerto Rican Police Association with the delicious food we served the members, “Que se fue” at this enjoyable night.

05/22/2026

Today we remember a true friend, devoted husband, loving father, caring brother, and dedicated public servant, Det. Alvin Perez. His presence, loyalty, and kindness touched the lives of so many, both in and out of uniform.

Though words can never fill the void left behind, his memory will continue to live through the countless lives he impacted, the family he loved deeply, and the friendships he built throughout the years.

We honor his service, cherish the moments shared, and keep his family and loved ones in our prayers during this difficult time.

Det. Alvin Perez will never be forgotten. His legacy, laughter, and spirit will always remain in our hearts.

Rest in Peace, Detective Alvin Perez. Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. 🕊️

Memorial Month is a time to honor first responders who gave everything, speaking their names and remembering the lives behind the uniforms. May holds both grief and gratitude, a time when their courage and lives are never forgotten.

Today, we are highlighting Detective Alvin Perez of the Bellwood Police Department.

Detective Alvin Perez was killed in an automobile accident while he and his partner transported a murder suspect back to the police station for questioning.

Perez was driving a 1999 Ford Ta**us when it struck a concrete barrier on an off-ramp from the Eisenhower Expressway in snowy and slushy conditions. Detective Perez’s partner and the suspect, who were both riding in the back seat, were injured.

Detective Perez had served with the Bellwood Police Department for 12 years and was a United States Navy veteran. He had been promoted to detective just 17 days before the accident. Detective Perez was survived by his wife, daughter, twin sons, father, and sister.

May we always remember Detective Alvin Perez of the Bellwood Police Department.

To visit Detective Perez's page or other fallen heroes, visit www.100clubil.org/fallen-heroes

05/08/2026

Losing a police officer in the line of duty is heartbreaking. But losing one because of violent criminals and their actions that are allowed back on the streets when they should have been in jail is beyond tragic — it is disgraceful.

Chicago continues to bury heroes while certain politicians continue protecting failed policies and dangerous narratives.

We are tired of elected officials rushing to crime scenes to defend offenders, calling violent criminals “victims,” reassuring the public everything is “safe,” while refusing to acknowledge the sacrifice of the officers who gave their lives protecting this city.

You know who you are?

Not once do we hear:
“Pray for the officer.”
“Support the family.”
“Enough is enough.”

Instead, officers and innocent victims are told they were simply in the “wrong place at the wrong time.”

No. They were exactly where they were supposed to be — standing between violent criminals and innocent people, who are simply wanting a safe city and enjoy life, not political agendas.

Today we honor Officer John G. Bartholomew – End of Watch: April 25, 2026 and remember the other Chicago Police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice:

• Officer Krystal Rivera – End of Watch: June 5, 2025
• Officer Enrique Martinez – End of Watch: November 4, 2024
• Officer James Crowley – End of Watch: August 22, 2024
• Officer Luis M. Huesca – End of Watch: April 21, 2024
• Officer Aréanah M. Preston – End of Watch: May 6, 2023
• Officer Andres M. Vasquez Lasso – End of Watch: March 1, 2023
• Officer Ella Grace French – End of Watch: August 7, 2021
• Officer Conrad Charles Gary – End of Watch: December 17, 2018
• Officer Eduardo Marmolejo – End of Watch: December 17, 2018
• Officer Samuel Jimenez – End of Watch: November 19, 2018
• Commander Paul R. Bauer – End of Watch: February 13, 2018

These were not statistics.
These were sons, daughters, husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, friends, and partners.

Chicago deserves leadership that stands with victims, communities, and the men and women risking their lives every single day — not politicians protecting agendas that continue failing the public.

Never forget their sacrifice.
Eternal rest grant unto them.

05/08/2026

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT:

05/04/2026

The murder of Chicago Police Ofc. John Bartholomew and attempted murder of his partner is not just a crime by one individual, but the effect of a movement to keep repeat offenders like this killer on our streets. Criminal-coddling politicians and advocate judges have built an infrastructure of laws and policies to undermine the basic concept of accountability, all out of greater empathy for thugs than victims. Law and order is now permissive violence and it’s unsustainable. Absent full repeal, Springfield must immediately enact changes to the SAFE-T Act to expand detainable offenses, strengthen revocation of pretrial release, allow for consideration of criminal history for detainment, and close the 48-hour window for electronic monitoring. One hand may have pulled the trigger, but many set the stage with their votes.

https://wgntv.com/news/wgn-investigates/sources-suspect-in-cpd-officers-killing-evaded-parole-escaped-electronic-monitoring/

05/04/2026

The Felix “Tony” Olivieri Scholarship application is officially OPEN! 🎓

From May 4 through July 31, we’re accepting applications from students in the Chicago Metropolitan area of Puerto Rican and Hispanic descent who are committed to their education and community.

This is more than a scholarship—it’s an investment in our future leaders.

Apply, share, and help us continue building opportunities for the next generation. 🇵🇷