Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Friday, May 29, 1936
Jerome M. McCauley
Officer Jerome McCauley was shot and killed during a high speed chase in pursuit of five men who had robbed a produce company. One of the suspects broke out the back glass of their car and shot Officer McCauley through the head with a rifle. Officer McCauley's partner was driving.
Two of the suspects were convicted of Officer McCauley's murder and executed in the electric chair on October 21, 1936.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge 6700
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Executed in 1936
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsTime may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless
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