Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, October 19, 1929
George F. Giovannoni
Patrolman George F. Giovannoni was assigned to locate a gunman who shot a police officer and threatened a female citizen.
Officer Giovannoni located the offender hiding in a backyard and confronted him. A gunfight ensued, and Officer Giovannoni sustained a fatal gunshot wound. As he collapsed he shot and killed the suspect.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1619
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
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View all 5 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Patrolman Giovannoni. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
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