Patrolman Peter M. Hart
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Monday, January 20, 1913

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: 1224

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Monday, January 20, 1913
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Officer Peter Hart suffered a fatal gunshot wound during an arrest.

The Chicago Police Department received information on the residence of the leader of a notorious gang of armed robbers. Officer Peter Hart was assigned to hide in the offender's apartment and apprehend him. When the offender returned home, Officer Hart attempted to place him under arrest. A fierce struggle ensued, resulting in Officer Hart sustaining a fatal gunshot wound.

The suspect was captured in Chicago on Febuary 14, 1913. He was convicted of Officer Hart's murder and sentenced to life in prison on May 22, 1913.