Patrolman James McDowell

Patrolman James McDowell | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Patrolman James McDowell

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, October 3, 1889

James McDowell

Officer James McDowell responded to a tavern to assist a citizen. After talking to the citizen, he suddenly pulled a revolver and shot Officer McDowell. Though wounded, Officer McDowell was able to assist in subduing his assailaint. The wound sufferend by Officer McDowell proved to be fatal.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge 763

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; Revolver
  • Offender Not available
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Officer McDowell's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 3-20-18 to remember and honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

March 20, 2018

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