Special Agent Edward Barrett, Wabash Railway Police Department, Railroad Police

Special Agent Edward Barrett

Wabash Railway Police Department, Railroad Police

End of Watch Monday, November 9, 1914

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Edward Barrett

Special Agent Edward Barrett was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two men stealing items from a boxcar near East 122nd Street in Chicago, Illinois.

Two brothers were arrested and charged with his murder but were acquitted on August 21st, 1915.

Special Agent Barrett was survived by four siblings.

Bio

Age 30
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Location Illinois
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

larceny

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Agent Barrett,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 9, 2024