Patrolman George H. Trumbull
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Monday, August 17, 1914

Biographical Info
Age: 37
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 899

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Monday, August 17, 1914
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Life in Joliet Penitentiary

Patrolman George Trumbull was shot to death during an arrest.

Patrolman Trumbull was in the process of arresting a subject at 2545 S. State Street. During the arrest, the assailant shot and killed Officer Trumbull.

Officer Trumbull's killer was arrested and held by the Coroner. On November 27, 1914 he was sentenced to life in Joliet Penitentiary.