Illinois State Police, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, March 30, 2019
Add to My HeroesGerald Wayne Ellis
Trooper Gerald Ellis was killed in a vehicle collision involving a wrong-way driver on I-94, in Green Oaks, at 3:25 am.
Trooper Ellis was taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center where he died from his injuries.
Trooper Ellis was a U.S. Army veteran and had served with the Illinois State Police for 11 years. He was assigned to District 15 in Downers Grove. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 6038
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 179 ReflectionsTrooper Ellis,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice- t just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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