Patrolman Joseph L. Pijanowski

Patrolman Joseph L. Pijanowski | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Patrolman Joseph L. Pijanowski

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, November 18, 1920

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Joseph L. Pijanowski

Officer Joseph Pijanowski was assigned to escort a former alderman who had previously received threats to his safety. Upon arrival at the politician's home, Officer Pijanowski observed three men hiding beneath the porch. After being ordered to come out, the offenders opened fire.

Officer Pijanowski suffered a severe wound and died in a hospital four days later.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge 1427

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Sunday, November 14, 1920
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender 2 of 3 suspects sent to prison
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Officer Pijanowski's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 7-24-18 to remember and honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

July 24, 2018

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