North Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, May 4, 1980
Add to My HeroesDavid T. Doering
Patrolman David Doering was shot and killed while sitting in his patrol car at a liquor mart at 1801 22nd Street in North Chicago.
The store had been robbed, and patrons were assaulted by the suspect around 6:40 p.m. At 8:53 p.m., additional responding officers found Patrolman Doering slumped in his patrol car, shot five times. He had not even drawn his weapon.
The suspect was found two hours later. While fleeing, the suspect engaged in a shootout, shooting a Waukegan Police Department officer in the shoulder before being fatally wounded.
Patrolman Doering had served with the North Chicago Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 26 ReflectionsWe remember this terrible day like it was yesterday that Officer Doering tragically lost his life in the line of duty. We have profound respect and honor for all those who serve to protect the public. God has a special place in Heaven for Officer Doering and all that have made the ultimate sacrifice. Growing up in North Chicago my late father Capt John Rygiel also served on the NCPD for many years.
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