Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, February 7, 1984
Add to My HeroesJohn J. Collins
Sergeant John Collins was killed in an automobile crash during a vehicle pursuit.
The vehicle he was pursuing forced his patrol car into the rear of a parked truck in the 2800 block of West Van Buren Street.
Sergeant Collins was a United States Coast Guard veteran and had served with the Chicago Police Department for 27 years, assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Section. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 27 years
- Badge 1006
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsSgt. Collins,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USCG. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Paratus!
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 7, 2024
