Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, May 20, 1905
Patrick E. Blackwell
Patrolman Patrick E. Blackwell was working traffic control in a busy intersection. While signaling a wagon to pass, the officer fell backwards into an open freight elevator shaft.
Patrolman Blackwell was transported to the hospital where he died ten days later.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1235
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
- Incident Date Wednesday, May 10, 1905
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Blackwell's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 4-12-18 to remember and honor him.
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