Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, August 30, 1914
John J. Prendergast
Detective Sergeant John Prendergast was killed in an automobile accident when escorting a prisoner to the police station.
As they waited with several other people at an intersection, an automobile containing five intoxicated men approached at high speed. Sergeant Prendergast shouted a warning to the citizens. The prisoner was pulled to safety, but the automobile struck Sergeant Prendergast, killing him instantly.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 375
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDetective Sergeant Pendergast's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 5-24-18 to remember and honor him.
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