Patrolman Anthony N. Rizzato, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman Anthony N. Rizzato

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Friday, July 17, 1970

Anthony N. Rizzato

Patrolman Tony Rizzato and Sergeant James Severin were shot and killed by gang members while patrolling community housing for an all-volunteer "Walk and Talk" project.

As the officers proceeded across the Seward Park baseball field, the assailants opened fire from an apartment window. Both officers were mortally wounded in the attack.

The purpose of the shooting was to seal a pact between two rival gangs. Three adults and one juvenile were later apprehended and charged with murder. The two shooters were convicted of murder and sentenced to 100 to 199 years in prison.

Bio

Age 37
Tour Not available
Badge 12407

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle
Offender 100-199 years in prison

ambush, gang member, juvenile offender, sniper

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The ultimate sacrifice of our fellow officers Tony and Jim will forever remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, especially today, the 48th anniversary of the day that they were taken from us.
Rest in Peace.

Sgt. Al
(CPD/018 ret)

July 17, 2018