Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch: Tuesday, August 22, 1911
Age: 58
Tour of Duty: 25 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: August 22, 1911
Weapon Used: Handgun; .38 caliber
Suspect Info: Case never solved
Patrolman Chapman was shot and killed while protecting garment workers from strikers.
While patrolling in Dacutur Alley, he was ambushed and shot through the back, killing him instantly. The shooter was never identified.
Patrolman Chapman had been with the Cleveland Division of Police for 25 years. He was survived by his wife.