Sergeant Gregory Martin Sears, Hampshire Police Department, Illinois

Sergeant Gregory Martin Sears

Hampshire Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, June 1, 2000

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Gregory Martin Sears

Sergeant Gregory Sears was shot and killed while on routine patrol in an industrial area near U.S. 20 and Interstate 90.

A witness heard several shots and found his body approximately 20 feet from his cruiser. Sergeant Sears was wearing a bullet-resistant vest and still had his weapon in his holster. A suspect was arrested the next day after an investigation by local authorities, but was acquitted of the charges on March 26, 2002.

Sergeant Sears had served with the Hampshire Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and parents.

Bio

Age 50
Tour 7 years
Badge 101

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Acquitted

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Sgt. Sears,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hampshire. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 1, 2025