Morgan Park Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, October 31, 1903
George A. Airey
Chief of Police George Airey was killed when his throat was slit while responding to a citizen complaint.
The complaint involved a small group of people creating a disturbance on Halloween night. When Chief Airey arrived he located the men attempting to destroy a section of sidewalk. When he attempted to stop the men he was attacked and his throat was slit.
Six suspects were arrested in connection with Chief Airey's murder. One of them was convicted and sentenced to life. On September 30, 1921, his sentence was reduced to 50 years. His sister was also convicted of murder was sentenced to an indeterminate term.
Chief Airey was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsChief Airey's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 4-03-17 to remember and honor him.
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