Correctional Officer Edward James Loftus

Correctional Officer Edward James Loftus | Whiteside County Sheriff's Department, Illinois
Whiteside County Sheriff's Department, Illinois
Correctional Officer Edward James Loftus

Whiteside County Sheriff's Department, Illinois

End of Watch Wednesday, July 2, 1969

Edward James Loftus

Correctional Officer Edward Loftus succumbed to injuries suffered when he was beaten by an inmate during an escape attempt.

Correctional Officer Loftus had served with the Whiteside County Sheriff's Department for 23 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

  • Age 64
  • Tour 23 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Assault
  • Incident Date Not available
  • Weapon Person
  • Offender Not available
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Officer Loftus's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 1-26-18 to honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

January 26, 2018

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