Patrolman Sidney Sam, Jr., Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman Sidney Sam, Jr.

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Wednesday, June 16, 1971

Sidney Sam, Jr.

Patrolman Sidney Sam was shot and killed when he was identified as an officer during a robbery while off duty.

He had just finished in his shift and was sitting in his personal car, still in uniform, when he was approached. He was shot and killed when he was identified as a police officer.

Patrolman Sidney had served with the Chicago Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 33
Tour 2 years
Badge 13524

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Not available

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Patrolman Sam,
On today, the 46th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 16, 2017