Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch: Thursday, November 1, 1894
Age:
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 1452
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: October 31, 1894
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Shot and killed
Officer George Krum responded to a disturbance at an apartment building during a Halloween party. While Officer Krum attempted to settle the dispute, a gunman stepped forward and fired a shot at the officer. Despite being shot three times, Officer Krum was able to return fire and kill his assailant. Officer Krum died from his wounds.