Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, January 7, 1924
Add to My HeroesVincent Skiba
Patrolman Vincent Skiba was shot and killed at the intersection of 79th Street and Merrill Avenue during an arrest. Officer Skiba and his partner attempted to arrest three robbery suspects. His partner was wounded by the shooting.
The three gunmen were arrested and confessed to the murder. Two of them were convicted of Patrolman Skiba's murder and were hanged on April 18, 1924.
Patrolman Skiba was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1707
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed in 1924
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Skiba's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 10-3-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
October 3, 2018
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