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Patrolman William I. McCann | Chicago Police Department, Illinois Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman

William I. McCann

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch: Tuesday, September 16, 1930

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 38

Tour: Not available

Badge # 34

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/16/1930

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Not available

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Officer William McCann was shot and killed while to a burglary in progress call. In the confusion of the burglary, the frightened citizen mistook Officer McCann for the perpetrator and fired a shot, fatally wounding the investigating officer.

Officer McCann was survived by his wife, two sons, father, and siblings.

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

Officer 11169
April 27, 2012

 

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