Patrolman James F. Mitchell
Chicago Police Department
Illinois
End of Watch: Monday, November 15, 1915

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 1 year
Badge Number: 2949

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Monday, November 15, 1915
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Not available

Patrolman James F. Mitchell was shot and killed as he was questioning suspects. Officer Mitchell observed four suspicious men on the street. As Officer Mitchell questioned them and began a protective search for weapons, one of the men attempted to flee. As he fled, he drew a revolver and fired, striking Officer Mitchell.

Officer Mitchell was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his wounds several hours later.