Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, April 29, 1926
Add to My HeroesFrank J. Blazek
Patrolman Frank Blazek was shot and killed while transporting a prisoner to the police station.
He had arrested an offender responsible for more than 35 armed robberies. As he was transporting the suspect to the station, the suspect suddenly attacked him in front of 4913 South State Street. The prisoner gained control of his service weapon and fatally shot him while still inside the vehicle.
The man was apprehended two weeks later was ultimately sentenced to life in prison.
Patrolman Blazek had served two years with the Chicago Police Department.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 4901
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsLord God of unfailing love, to those families of our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a Law Enforcement K-9 family member in the Line-of-Duty, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer. Amen.
Please find Comfort, Support, and Hope from the following Scripture Verses found in the NLT FCPO Edition of the Christian Holy Bible:
[Jesus taught]: “The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:21a) and
[Jesus taught]: “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” (Matthew 5:4).
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