Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, November 20, 1932
Add to My HeroesPatrick Madden
Patrolman Patrick Madden was shot and killed and his partner was seriously wounded as they arrested a man who had been shooting his gun in the roadway on Walton Street.
They located the man near the intersection of Walton Street and Hold Street (modern-day Greenview Avenue) and placed him under arrest. The man suddenly produced a pistol and shot both officers.
The 24-year-old suspect was apprehended, convicted of murder, and sentenced to 99 years. He was denied clemency in 1953.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour Not available
- Badge 3540
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Sentenced to 99 years
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View all 6 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Patrolman Madden. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
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