Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, May 3, 1900
Add to My HeroesTimothy S. O'Connell
Sergeant Timothy O'Connell was shot and killed by an armed robber.
As Sergeant O'Connell walked to his car to return home at the end of his shift, he was confronted by an armed robber. As Sergeant O'Connell drew his service revolver, the offender fired a shot and fled. Sergeant O'Connell died as a result of his injuries.
A suspect was apprehended, tried, and acquitted. The suspect's attorney had an alibi the jury excepted.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 266
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsSergeant O'Connell's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 4-2-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
April 2, 2018
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