Patrolman James McDowell
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Thursday, October 3, 1889

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 763

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, October 3, 1889
Weapon Used: Handgun; Revolver
Suspect Info: Not available

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.