Larry Snelling, the chief of the bureau of counterterrorism and a 28-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department, has been chosen by Mayor Brandon Johnson to serve as the next superintendent. Snelling's appointment will need approval from the Chicago City Council before he officially assumes the role. Snelling has a strong background in law enforcement, having previously served as the department's Counterterrorism Chief since 2022 and holding various positions throughout his career, including Deputy Chief of Area 2 and 7th District Commander. He has also been an instructor at the department's training academy, specializing in firearms and use-of-force tactics. Snelling's selection comes after the newly-formed Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability presented its three finalists for the superintendent position, including Angel Novalez and Shon Barnes. Mayor Johnson praised Snelling as a proven leader who will prioritize community safety and address the challenges faced by the city. Snelling expressed his gratitude and commitment to upholding the mayor's vision of competence, compassion, and collaboration in addressing safety issues in every neighborhood of Chicago.