Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, July 17, 1960
Add to My HeroesMelvin L. Gossmeyer
Patrolman Melvin L. Gossmeyer was killed when he was struck by a fleeing hit-and-run driver at the intersection of 106th Street and Avenue L. The driver was apprehended at the scene of the crash and convicted of charges stemming from the incident.
Patrolman Gossmeyer was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Chicago Police Department for four years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 9775
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsDear Dad,
It has been a struggle at times in our lives, but we know you are watching us from above proud of us. Each of us have volunteered serving through our faith, Police survivor groups, our family. Community.
“Always remembered,never forgotten. “. You gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect the Citizens of Chicago.
I am thankful for other Officers and support groups that have helped us.
Could you make sure all the Officers now are okay especially Michael P.Gordon
E/O/W 8/08/04 for his dad.
His dad keeps touch with us.
In today’s world you have lots of names Dad, brother,brother-in-law,Uncle,Great Uncle, grandfather,great grandfather, Father-in-law, but you will b Lucky, Gus,
Melvin Sr, Mel Gossmeyer.
Love you always
Your children
Marie,Melvin,Rose
Marie VanWyk
His daughter
July 24, 2020
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