Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, April 4, 1927
Add to My HeroesJames Cooley
Patrolman James Cooley succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained on January 23rd, 1927, after he was approached by two victims who informed him they had just been robbed.
Patrolman Cooley located the suspect at the intersection of 29th Street and Prairie Avenue. The man drew a gun and fired killing Patrolman Cooley.
The 43-year-old suspect was tried for murder and acquitted after witnesses to the murder were discredited at his trial.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour Not available
- Badge 792
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, January 23, 1927
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Cooley.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 20, 2020
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