Oak Park Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Friday, July 4, 1919
Add to My HeroesWilliam H. Pottker
POlice Officer William Pottker was struck and killed while directing traffic at the scene of a previous traffic accident on Washington Boulevard near Lombard Avenue.
Officer Pottker had served with the Oak Park Police Department for 25 years. He was buried in Wheaton Cemetery.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 25 years
- Badge 307
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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View all 8 ReflectionsNo passage of time will ever erase your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace always.
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