Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, June 4, 1923
Add to My HeroesBlanton W. Sutton
Patrolman Blanton Sutton was shot and killed as he was searching a suspect for weapons.
Patrolman Sutton observed a suspicious man inside a pool hall. Patrolman Sutton confronted the man, questioned him, and began to search him for concealed weapons. Suddenly, the offender produced a revolver and fired at Patrolman Sutton. Patrolman Sutton was struck and fatally wounded.
The suspect committed suicide before conviction.
Patrolman Sutton had served in District 021.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge 5275
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Not available
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