Patrolman Paul G. Thomas, Jr.

Patrolman Paul G. Thomas, Jr. | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Patrolman Paul G. Thomas, Jr.

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Friday, November 20, 1970

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Paul G. Thomas, Jr.

Patrolman Paul G. Thomas, Jr. was mortally wounded when he attempted to stop an armed robbery while off duty.

He was visiting his father at his father's place of business at 556 West 103rd Street. While in a rear office, he heard two men enter and begin to scuffle with his father. Patrolman Thomas rushed to his father's aid and struggled with the gunmen. The assailants fired their weapons and wounded Patrolman Thomas.

Patrolman Thomas was rushed to the hospital where he succumbed to his wounds 16 days later.

Bio

  • Age 43
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge 5620

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Wednesday, November 4, 1970
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Not available

off duty, robbery

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Patrolman Thomas,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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November 20, 2020

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