Rock Island County Sheriff's Department, Illinois
End of Watch Friday, March 22, 1974
Floyd Dean Freeman
Chief Investigator Floyd Freeman died as a result of injuries suffered after an altercation with a prisoner at the Rock Island County Jail.
He was transported to Rock Island Franciscan Hospital after the incident at 3:10 pm and died later that evening.
Chief Investigator Freeman had served with the Rock Island County Sheriff's Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsChief Investigator Freeman's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 10-25-17 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police
October 25, 2017
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