Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, November 7, 1895
John L. V. Blomberg
Patrolman John Blomberg was struck and killed by a passenger train at the Illinois Central Railroad station. Two trains were approaching the station in opposite directions at the time and it was believed that Patrolman Blomberg was attempting to keep disembarking passengers off the tracks when he was struck.
Patrolman Blomberg had served with the agency for five years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 922
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Blomberg's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 3-28-18 to remember and honor him.
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