Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, August 10, 1971
Add to My HeroesIrwin Francis "Irv" Hayden
Patrolman Irv Hayden was killed in a helicopter crash while conducting traffic condition broadcasts as part of a partnership with the Chicago Police Department and WGN radio.
The police helicopter suffered an airframe failure and crashed. Patrolman Hayden and civilian pilot David Demarest were both killed when the helicopter crashed into a baseball field in the 900 block of Cernan Avenue in Bellwood, Illinois.
Patrolman Hayden had served with the Chicago Police Department for 23 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 23 years
- Badge 4005/19
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 23 ReflectionsGod bless you. RIP and thank you for your service. On that day, I was working a search warrant in Bellwood, not too far from the crash site. My Dad listened faithfully to your reports as he got ready for his long drive from Stone Park to Petersen and Pulaski every day.
Pete DONNELLY, Retired officer.
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July 19, 2023
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