South Chicago Heights Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, March 24, 1938
Add to My HeroesWinchell W. Hills
Chief of Police Winchell Hills was accidentally killed when a 20-gauge shotgun he was removing from a locker discharged, shooting him in the head.
He was alone in the village hall at 2729 Jackson Avenue when the accident occurred.
Chief Hills had served with the South Chicago Heights Police Department for 7-½ years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 7 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
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April 19, 2024
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