Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, July 26, 1973
Add to My HeroesLouis Cullotta
Patrolman Louis Cullotta was shot and killed as he was sitting in a restaurant having dinner. An assailant walked into the establishment, drew a revolver, and shot Officer Cullotta
Later investigation revealed that the gunman was seeking revenge against Officer Cullotta over an interrogation that had occurred 3 years earlier.
The 22-year-old suspect was found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a state mental facility. On November 27, 1978, he committed suicide in Kankakee State Hospital.
Patrolman Cullotta had served with the agency for 9 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 11801
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Committed
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