Patrolman Eugene L. Reid, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman Eugene L. Reid

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Monday, May 7, 1945

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Eugene L. Reid

Patrolman Eugene Reid was shot and killed as he intervened to assist an assault victim in front of 222 E. 35th Street.

While on patrol, Patrolman Reid observed a man attacking a woman on the street. As Patrolman Reid rushed to the scene, the man displayed a gun and fired a shot. Although mortally wounded, Patrolman Reid returned fire hitting the suspect nine times killing him.

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Age 47
Tour Not available
Badge 5408

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Shot and killed

assault, foot patrol

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Patrolman Reid,
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 Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 7, 2025