Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch: Saturday, March 7, 1992
Age: 45
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 16557
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: March 7, 1992
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life
Police Officer Robert Perkins was shot and killed as he was questioning a burglary suspect in front of 6059 South Wabash Avenue.
Officer Perkins observed an individual matching the description of a wanted burglary suspect. As he questioned the subject, the man resisted and a fierce struggle ensued. During the altercation, Officer Perkins suffered two gunshot wounds and died as a result of his injuries.
Officer Perkins' killer was apprehended, convicted, and sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Perkins is survived by his three daughters.