Patrolman John C. Burke
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, December 16, 1915
Add to My HeroesJohn C. Burke
Patrolman John C. Burke was shot and killed by an armed robber.
Officer Burke observed a man matching the description of an armed offender wanted for several delivery truck robberies. As Officer Burke approached, the assailant fired three shots. Officer Burke sustained multiple gunshot wounds; the fatal shot struck him just above his police star.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1287
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Burke's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 6-06-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
June 6, 2018
