Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, June 9, 1931
Add to My HeroesEdward M. O'Donnell
Officer Edward O'Donnell was shot and killed as he attempted to place an armed robber under arrest.
Officer O'Donnell was providing security to a businesswoman transporting cash and checks from a bakery to a bank. While enroute, they were accosted by two armed robbers. When Officer O'Donnell attempted to arrest one offender, the second fired a fatal shot.
Both suspects were apprehended minutes later by a civilian. Both were convicted of Offficer O'Donnell's murder and sentenced to 145 years in prison.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 3363
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to 145 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman O'Donnell,
On today, the 86th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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