Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, August 9, 1942
Add to My HeroesJohn J. O'Donnell
Patrolman John O'Donnell was struck and killed by a drunk driver while he was loading an accident victim into a police ambulance at the intersection of Diversey Avenue and Kilbourn Avenue.
The drunk driver crashed into the back of the ambulance, crushing Policeman O'Donnell between the two vehicles.
The suspect was arrested and charged with manslaughter.
Patrolman O'Donnell was assigned to the Cragin Station.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
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