Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, December 15, 1898
Bartholomew Cavanaugh
Patrolman Bartholomew Cavanaugh died after falling down a stair case in an areaway behind a building at the corner of 22nd Street and Indiana Avenue.
He was investigating a possible burglary when he fell and broke his neck. He was found a short time later by two other police officers but died before he could be taken to a hospital.
Patrolman Cavanaugh had served with the Chicago Police Department for 10 years, and was assigned to the Cottage Grove Avenue Station.
He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
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View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Cavanaugh's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 3-29-18 to remember and honor him.
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