Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, June 16, 1921
Add to My HeroesThomas W. Burke
Patrolman Thomas Burke was pursuing a speeder when his motorcycle overturned at the intersection of Crawford Avenue (modern-day Pulaski Street) and Huron Street.
He was fatally injured when the motorcycle he was riding in struck a lump of coal and overturned as he and his partner attempted to stop a speeding vehicle.
Patrolman Burke had served with the Chicago Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 4986
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Burke's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 8-1-18 to remember and honor him.
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