The city of Chicago will be giving dozens of people tortured by police between 1970 and 1980 a total amount of 5.5 million USD, while it will also undertake other initiatives for the victims, such as erecting a monument to torture victims.

The decision taken by the Mayor’s office also states that the city will provide psychological support, employment opportunities, and other services to people tortured by Chicago Police.

Chicago and Cook county have already paid out around 100 million USD in settlements.