Police Officer Wayne J. Klacza
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Tuesday, June 28, 1983

Biographical Info
Age: 32
Tour of Duty: 7 years
Badge Number: 16469

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Struck by vehicle
Date of Incident: Tuesday, June 28, 1983
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Released after 6 months

Officer Wayne Klacza was killed by an intoxicated driver. Officer Klacza observed a vehicle driving erratically. As Officer Klacza attempted to protect a pedestrian from the motorist, the car swerved and struck the officer, killing him.

The driver of the vehicle was convicted of reckless homicide and sentenced to 6 months in jail.

Officer Klacza served with the agency for 7 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.