Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, January 25, 1982
Add to My HeroesEdgar A. Clay, Jr.
Police Officer Edgar A. Clay died of a bilateral pulmonary embolism 18 days after an offender struck him at Hyde Park Academy at 6220 Stony Island Avenue.
On January 7th, 1982, he encountered a student who had reportedly been involved in a robbery and possessed a .22 caliber handgun. He was assaulted after taking the gun from the boy. He injured his knee during the struggle. A blood clot formed as a result of the injury and he suffered an embolism on January 25th, 1982.
Officer Clay had served with the Chicago Police Department for 25 years and was assigned to the Area I Youth Division.
He is survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, a brother and five grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 25 years
- Badge 10425
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Thursday, January 7, 1982
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsOfficer Clay,
On today, the 43rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 25, 2025
