Kankakee City Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, November 17, 1962
Add to My HeroesGeorge Lezotte, Sr.
Officer George Lezotte suffered a fatal heart attack while assigned to traffic control at a fire scene.
Officer Lezotte collapsed while performing his duties at a fire at the Lassers Furniture Company on South Schuyler Avenue. Officer Lezotte was rushed to St. Mary's Hospital where he died.
Officer Lezotte had served with the Kankakee Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by two sons and five daughters.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 19
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Lezotte's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 2-12-17 to honor him.
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