A Chicago city inspector has been taken into custody after allegedly sending threatening emails to Illinois State Senator Andrew Chesney in September, according to the senator's office and Illinois State Police. 59-year-old Joseph Haggerty faces two felony charges of making threats against a public official.
Chesney reported the threat, but details were not disclosed. However, it is known that the email was sent after Chesney gave an interview where he expressed support for President Donald Trump's plan to deploy the National Guard in Chicago. The senator stated that Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson had created a "pro-crime, anti-police environment" and that a federal troop deployment was necessary to restore public safety.
The senator condemned Haggerty's actions, stating that he would be held accountable for his felony crimes. Chesney emphasized the seriousness of Haggerty's conduct, particularly given that he is an employee of the city's Buildings Department. According to city records, Haggerty earns over $133,000 per year as a plumbing inspector.
The incident has raised concerns about the behavior of city employees, with some calling for increased accountability. The Department of Buildings has yet to comment on the matter.
Chesney reported the threat, but details were not disclosed. However, it is known that the email was sent after Chesney gave an interview where he expressed support for President Donald Trump's plan to deploy the National Guard in Chicago. The senator stated that Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson had created a "pro-crime, anti-police environment" and that a federal troop deployment was necessary to restore public safety.
The senator condemned Haggerty's actions, stating that he would be held accountable for his felony crimes. Chesney emphasized the seriousness of Haggerty's conduct, particularly given that he is an employee of the city's Buildings Department. According to city records, Haggerty earns over $133,000 per year as a plumbing inspector.
The incident has raised concerns about the behavior of city employees, with some calling for increased accountability. The Department of Buildings has yet to comment on the matter.
Joseph Haggerty, a 59-yr-old plumber inspector in Chicago, sent threatening emails to Senator Andrew Chesney after he spoke out about Trump's plan 
. I mean, I'm all for Chesney standing up for his beliefs, but threats? That's just crazy talk 
! And the fact that Haggerty gets paid over $133k a year... like, what even is this? 
. The senator's right though - Haggerty needs to face the consequences of his actions. I hope he gets the help he needs (if that's even possible) 
, but for now, let's just focus on keeping our communities safe 
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. seriously though, this is a big deal for the department and the city as a whole. gotta keep an eye on these folks to make sure they're not gettin' too comfy in their positions. hope Chesney gets some justice out of this, 'cause it's clear this guy's got some serious issues 
I mean, I get it, Chesney was pretty harsh on Haggerty, but come on, $133k a year for plumbing inspection? That's like, a pretty sweet gig 
. And I'm not saying Haggerty did anything wrong, but maybe he just got a little carried away with his email? 
Anyway, I hope Chesney is doing alright after going through this, and that the city employees are being kept in check 
just heard about this 59-yr-old city inspector who's in trouble big time... sending threatening emails to a senator over politics 
can't believe he thought it was cool to take out his frustrations like that... especially since he's raking it in at $133k/year 
shouldn't be surprised more people aren't holding their elected officials accountable, but still, gotta wonder what goes through someone's head when they think they're above the law 
Can't believe what's going on here! I mean, come on Joseph Haggerty sends threatening emails to a senator after he speaks out about public safety and now he's facing felony charges 
. It's just crazy how some people think they can intimidate others for disagreeing with them. And the fact that it's a city employee who earns over $133k per year makes it even more ridiculous 
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