Chicago House of Correction, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, March 9, 1873
Add to My HeroesPatrick Gorman
Special Policeman Patrick Gorman drowned while on duty after being thrown into a water-filled ditch when the wagon he was driving overturned at the intersection of Ashland Avenue and Evans Street (modern-day 18th Street).
Bystanders pulled him from the water but were not able to revive him. He was taken to his home where he died a short time later.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsOfficer Gorman,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.
R.I.P.
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