Patrolman James A. Williams, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman James A. Williams

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Wednesday, July 16, 1924

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James A. Williams

Patrolman James Williams was shot and killed while attempting to arrest four men who had just committed an armed robbery.

He was on patrol when he observed four gunmen robbing a citizen in a vacant lot at 2933 S Wabash Avenue. As Patrolman Williams attempted to arrest the armed offenders, one of them fired directly at him. Although fatally wounded, Patrolman Williams managed to wound one suspect.

Patrolman Williams was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds two days later.

All four suspects were sentenced to life in prison.

Patrolman Williams was assigned to the 2nd District, 14th Precinct.

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Age 45
Tour Not available
Badge 942

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Monday, July 14, 1924
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Not available

arrest, robbery

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Patrolman Williams,
On today, the 100th 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)

July 16, 2024