Batavia Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Wednesday, May 1, 1940
Add to My HeroesSeverin Alberovski
Chief Severin Alberovski was killed in an automobile accident on Batavia Road in DuPage County while pursuing a vehicle. His vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. The vehicle he was chasing did not stop.
Chief Alberovski had served with the Batavia Police Department for 15 years and was an Austrian Army veteran. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour 15 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsChief Alberovski,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Batavia.
R.I.P.
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