Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, November 2, 2017
Add to My HeroesAndre H. Van Vegten
Police Officer Andre Van Vegten succumbed to injuries sustained on January 8th, 1997, while responding to a shooting call.
His vehicle struck a cement planter near the intersection of Cicero Avenue and 46th Street. He was transported to a local hospital where he lapsed into a coma for six weeks. He remained paralyzed and his health continued to deteriorate until he passed away as a result of his injuries on November 2nd, 2017.
Officer Van Vegten had served with the Chicago Police Department for 10 years at the time of the crash. He is survived by his daughter.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Wednesday, January 8, 1997
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsI hope that everyone will find comfort in the scripture Acts 24:15-"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous andAnd I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection+ of both the righteous and the unrighteous the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again in Paradise on Earth, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
August 23, 2018
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