Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, June 8, 1893
Stillman A. Danforth
Lieutenant Stillman Danforth was struck and killed by a Rock Island Railroad train at he 60th Street crossing at LaSalle Street. He had avoided a switch engine that was running on the track but did not notice the southbound train, and was struck when stepped in its path.
Lieutenant Danforth had served in law enforcement for eight years. He had held the rank of Captain with the Lake Township Police Department until the town was annexed by the city of Chicago in 1889. He was assigned to the Hegewisch Station.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsLieutenant Danford's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 3-24-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
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