Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, June 2, 1970
Add to My HeroesMelvin E. Brown
Patrolman Melvin E. Brown was shot and killed during an arrest of armed robbers.
Officer Brown observed three gunmen enter a lounge and announce a robbery. As the robbers ordered the patrons to place their hands on the bar, Officer Brown attempted to subdue one of the gunmen and disarm him. The gunman fired several shots, fatally wounding the officer.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 12360
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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