Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, December 18, 1916
Add to My HeroesEdward J. Mulvihill
Patrolman Edward J. Mulvihill was fatally shot behind 1041 Vernon Park Place.
He was attempting to intervene when he observed a man stalking a young woman. A foot chase ensued and the offender fired, striking Patrolman Mulvihill. The man then returned to the fallen officer and fired the fatal shot.
The gunman escaped and was never apprehended.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour Not available
- Badge 2432
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Case striken
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Mulvihill's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 6-17-18 to remember and honor him.
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