Desk Sergeant Timothy S. O'Connell, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Desk Sergeant Timothy S. O'Connell

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, May 3, 1900

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Timothy 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.

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Badge 266

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

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Sgt. O’Connell,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 3, 2025