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Policeman John G. Sweitz | Cook County Highway Police, Illinois
Cook County Highway Police, Illinois

Policeman

John G. Sweitz

Cook County Highway Police, Illinois

End of Watch: Sunday, June 24, 1928

Biographical Info

Age:
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

Cause of Death: Motorcycle crash
Date of Incident: June 24, 1928
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Policeman John Sweitz was killed in a motorcycle accident as he and his partner patrolled River Road.

As they attempted to catch up to a speeding car another vehicle crossed into his path at Bryn Mawr Avenue. His motorcycle collided with the vehicle and he was thrown into a ditch. He suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene.

Policeman Sweitz was survived by his wife and three small children.