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Patrolman James McDowell | Chicago Police Department, Illinois Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman

James McDowell

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch: Thursday, October 3, 1889

Bio & Incident Details

Age: Not available

Tour: Not available

Badge # 763

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 10/3/1889

Weapon: Handgun; Revolver

Suspect: Not available

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Officer James McDowell responded to a tavern to assist a citizen. After talking to the citizen, he suddenly pulled a revolver and shot Officer McDowell. Though wounded, Officer McDowell was able to assist in subduing his assailaint. The wound sufferend by Officer McDowell proved to be fatal.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 121rst anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
October 3, 2010

 

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