Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Wednesday, November 23, 1927
Add to My HeroesThomas Lynch
Sergeant Thomas Lynch was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer during a high-speed chase of several gangsters.
The squad car skidded on a sharp turn at the intersection of Lake Street and Hamlin Avenue, causing the officer to accidentally discharge his revolver. The bullet struck Sergeant Lynch in the head.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
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View all 6 ReflectionsRest In Peace Brother. Today Thanksgiving 2017, 90 years after your E.O.W. We thank you for your service and sacrifice.
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