Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Friday, March 27, 1891
Add to My HeroesFrank Williams
Patrolman Frank Williams died as the result of blood poisoning, which he contracted when he injured his knee while chasing a suspected thief 10 days earlier.
He was chasing the subject through a dark alley when he injured his leg.
Patrolman Williams served with the Chicago Police Department for less than three years. He was assigned to the Thirty-Fifth Street Station and is buried at Saint James at Sag Bridge Church Cemetery in Sag Bridge, Illinois. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 2 years, 11 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Tuesday, March 17, 1891
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Williams's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 3-20-18 to remember and honor him.
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