Officer Michael T. Caulfield, Forest Park Police Department, Illinois

Officer Michael T. Caulfield

Forest Park Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, September 30, 1982

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Michael T. Caulfield

Officer Michael Caulfield was shot and killed inside the Forest Park police station, at 517 Desplaines Avenue, by a suspect who had been taken into custody by detectives.

Officer Caulfield and his training officer were processing a prisoner in the station when another officer came in with a second prisoner. The first prisoner disarmed and shot the officer entering the room, but that officer survived. Officer Caulfield drew his weapon, but was immediately shot in the head and died from his wound. His training officer was also shot, but was able to return fire killing the prisoner.

Officer Caulfield had served with the Forest Park Police Department for only three months. He was survived by his parents.

Bio

Age 22
Tour 3 months
Badge 215

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Shot and killed

convicted felon, police facility, prisoner custody

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Your sacrifice will always be remembered, and your courage on that evening will not be overlooked. The men and women of the Forest Park Police and Fire Departments, along with the entire Forest Park community, will ensure that your legacy endures.

Craig Lundt
Forest Park Police Department (Ret.)

September 30, 2025