Patrolman John Paul Jasper

Patrolman John Paul Jasper | Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Chicago Police Department, Illinois
Patrolman John Paul Jasper

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Friday, September 11, 1964

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John Paul Jasper

Patrolman John Jasper was killed in a vehicle crash during a vehicle pursuit.

He was pursuing the vehicle southbound on Pulaski Road when his patrol car was struck by a westbound vehicle at W. 83rd Street and S. Pulaski Road. His patrol car swerved into a utility pole and burst into flames.

Patrolman Jasper was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He had served with the Chicago Police Department for 10 years and was assigned to the 8th District. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

  • Age 37
  • Tour 10 years
  • Badge 6489
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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Patrolman Jasper,
On today, the 60th 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 with the U.S. Navy during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 11, 2024

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