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Patrolman James Alfano, Jr. | Chicago Police Department, Illinois Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman

James Alfano, Jr.

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch: Sunday, August 16, 1970

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 30

Tour: 9 years

Badge # 4707

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 8/14/1970

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Apprehended

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Officer Alfano was shot and killed while investigating a report of a gang fight that was about to take place. He was driving through an alley but was blocked by an obstruction in the roadway. As his vehicle was stopped a sniper opened fire on him, fatally wounding him. Two suspects were later taken into custody.

Officer Alfano had served with the agency for 9 years and was assigned to the Gang Investigation Section. He was survived by his wife and two children.

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Rest in Peace, Patrolman Alfano. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
April 27, 2012

 

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