South Park District Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, January 4, 1921
Martin J. Collins
Park Policeman Martin Collins observed an intoxicated motorist and attempted to stop the driver at Garfield Boulevard and Ashland Avenue, in South Park.
He approached the vehicle and ordered the driver to pull over. As the subject pushed Policeman Collins away from the car, he was crushed between two vehicles.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge 263
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Collins's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 7-27-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
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July 27, 2018
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