Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, January 27, 1895
Add to My HeroesJohn Monahan
Patrolman John Monahan was on duty at the car barns at O’Neil and Halsted Streets. At approximately 12:30 a.m., an electric street car was turned on. Patrolman Monahan was standing at the entrance and was unable to escape from the car’s path. The officer was crushed between the street car and a wall.
Officer Monahan had served with the agency for seven years and was laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery. He was survived by his three children.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 3179
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by streetcar
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsPatrolman Monahan,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
January 27, 2025
