Arlington Heights Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch: Monday, July 18, 1927
Age: 21
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Vehicle pursuit
Date of Incident: July 18, 1927
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Policeman Herman Gaare was killed while pursing a traffic violator who was speeding.
As Patrolman Gaare entered the intersection of Northwest Highway and Euclid Avenue, his motorcycle was struck by another vehicle.
Policeman Gaare had served with the Arlington Heights Police Department for two years.