Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Friday, February 4, 1927
Add to My HeroesDavid J. Cairns
Patrolman David J. Cairns was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at the intersection of 79th Street and Stony Island Avenue.
The driver who struck him was charged with manslaughter.
Patrolman Cairns was a U.S. Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Chicago Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife daughter and two sons.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 14 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Thursday, February 3, 1927
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