Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, March 21, 1933
Roscoe C. Johnston
Officer Roscoe C. Johnston was fatally wounded by a shotgun blast during an armed robbery.
Officer Johnston observed three armed robbers enter the office of a bakery. As the offenders attempted to rob the bakery, Officer Johnston emerged. A gun battle ensued in which Officer Johnston was mortally wounded.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 3227
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Patrolman Johnston. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
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