'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett returns to work in Chicago; Police find more video
CHICAGO (WLS) -- "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett has returned to work in Chicago after he said he was attacked last week in Chicago's Streeterville neighborhood.
Chicago police said Wednesday they have found additional video, but the new video does not show the alleged attack.
Police are looking at stores in the area to see if rope was purchased and by whom. Police said the rope found around Smollett's neck was similar to that used for a clothes line. Police also said they may question Smollett again in hopes of furthering the investigation.
Smollett told police he was walking alone in the 300-block of East North Water Street around 2 a.m. Jan. 29, on his way back from a nearby Subway restaurant, when he was beaten by two masked men, who poured a chemical on him. The chemical substance is believed to be bleach, but it is being confirmed by independent testing.
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The men yelled racist and homophobic slurs at Smollett. He said the men also put a noose around his neck. In a later interview, he said they yelled "MAGA country" as they beat him, before running away.
The rope Smollett had around his neck when officers arrived at the high rise home he was in has been described as being like a "clothes line."
Brandon Z. Moore, Smollett's music manager, said he was on the phone with the actor when he heard some of the attack, and heard the words "MAGA country."
Police released a photo of two people, identified as potential persons of interest, in the case. Police said they would like to speak to the individuals.
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Anyone who has information pertinent to the investigation should call Area Central at 312-747-8382. Tips can be submitted anonymously at www.cpdtip.com.
