Patrolman William I. McCann, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman William I. McCann

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Tuesday, September 16, 1930

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William I. McCann

Patrolman William McCann was shot and killed while responding to a burglary in progress call at 1134 W 111th Street.

In the confusion of the burglary, the frightened citizen mistook Patrolman McCann for the perpetrator and fired a shot, fatally wounding him.

Patrolman McCann had served with the Chicago Police Department for over two years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, father, and siblings.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 2 years, 2 months
Badge 34

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

burglary

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Officer McCann I was proud to serve with you You were always on the scene if needed We fought back to back As you know I got shot up and many brain surgeries You were always there for support REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND

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