Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, April 29, 1926
Frank J. Blazek
Officer Frank Blazek arrested an offender responsible for more than thirty-five armed robberies. As Officer Blazek was transporting the suspect to the station, the suspect suddenly attacked the officer. Following a struggle, the suspect gained control of the officer’s service weapon, shot once as he was fleeing and fatally struck the Officer Blazek. The suspect was apprehended two weeks later.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 4901
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Apprehended
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View all 7 ReflectionsRest In Peace Officer Blazek, your service and sacrifice is remembered.
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