Patrolman William J. Rosenstreter
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Friday, November 6, 1914

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 3980

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, November 6, 1914
Weapon Used: Handgun; Revolver
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer William Rosenstreter was shot and killed as he attempted to make an arrest.

Officer Rosenstreter, while investigating a disturbance at a drinking establishment, observed an intoxicated man smashing a glass door and attempting to enter. As Officer Rosenstreter detained him, the offender turned around, placed a revolver to the officer's neck and fired. Officer Rosenstreter died shortly after as a result of his injuries.