South Park District Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, December 15, 1923
Add to My HeroesDaniel J. Carey
Park Policeman Daniel J. Carey succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when he was struck by an automobile at South Michigan Avenue and East 32nd Street in South Park.
Officer Carey stopped traffic to shoot an injured horse that had broken its leg.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour Not available
- Badge 116
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Thursday, December 13, 1923
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Carey. You put an animal down mercifully and forever will be remembered as a hero.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 22, 2020
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