Police Officer Eric Solorio, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Police Officer Eric Solorio

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Sunday, February 12, 2006

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Eric Solorio

Police Officer Eric Solorio died from injuries he received during a squad car crash a few weeks earlier.

On January 17, Officer Solorio was in the passenger seat as he and his partner spotted a car speeding near 67th and Union at 10:47 p.m. The officers initiated the pursuit while traveling east on 67th Street. Another driver cut off their squad car, and they rammed into a tree and a church building at 701 W. Marquette.

Officer Solorio was assigned to the Targeted Response Unit and served with the Chicago Police Department for 3.5 years. He is survived by his mother, brother, and two sisters.

On September 7, 2006, Officer Solorio's star was retired by the Chicago Police Department.

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Age 26
Tour 3 years, 6 months
Badge 13609

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Incident Date Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

vehicle crash, vehicle pursuit

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As a recent tragedy has occurred following a pursuit in my city, I thought of you again, like I do often. However, I tried instead to remember our ride alongs when I was a new City Attorney and you new to the streets, our stops for Als Beefs, and other moments of joy as friends. I’ll never forget you Eric.

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