Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, June 11, 1925
Add to My HeroesEdward E. Dean
Patrolman Edward Dean was shot and killed during an armed robbery at 1244 Rosemont Avenue.
He was detailed to escort an employee of a motorcoach company with the company's payroll. Four masked gunmen, armed with shotguns, confronted them with the intention of robbing the citizen of the $10,000 payroll. Patrolman Dean prevented the robbery and ensured that no harm came to the citizen, but was shot to death in his confrontation with the masked armed robbers.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 4480
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPatrolman Dean,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 11, 2025
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