Patrolman James W. Campbell

Patrolman James W. Campbell | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Patrolman James W. Campbell

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Saturday, February 9, 1974

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James W. Campbell

Patrolman James Campbell was shot an killed by an assailant who gained control of his service revolver.

Patrolman Campbell was inside a currency exchange cashing a check. An assailant approached him from behind, gained possession of his service revolver, and fatally wounded him.

Patrolman Campbell was survived by his two children.

Bio

  • Age 33
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 15250

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Not available

robbery

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The recent death of Commader John Haberkorn stirred my memory of the day you paid the ultimate price. I was the first beat car to arrive on scene. All I thought was “there for the grace of God goes I.” My heart was heavy that day for your families loss. May you continue to Rest In Peace.

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