Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, June 16, 1919
Add to My HeroesRichard J. Burke
Officer Richard J. Burke entered a tavern that was opened after the legal closing time and announced that he was closing the establishment. A verbal altercation began and during that time a gunman fired several shots, fatally wounding officer Burke.
Two suspects were arrested, one as a primary suspect and one as an accessory. The primary suspect and shooter was hanged January 20, 1920.
Officer Burke served in the 15th Precinct.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1236
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
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