Patrolman Charles A. Hibsch, Chicago Police Department, Illinois

Patrolman Charles A. Hibsch

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Sunday, November 9, 1947

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Charles A. Hibsch

Patrolman Charles Hibsch was struck and killed while directing traffic at Grand and Kildare Avenues.

At 2:50 a.m., Patrolman Hibsch was directing traffic around an automobile fire when a vehicle hit him. He was transported to St. Anne's Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries that night.

The driver was arrested, but no charges were filed.

Patrolman Hibsch had served with the Chicago Police Department for 25 years. He was survived by his wife, two daughters, two brothers, and a sister. His father had served as a bailiff and policeman with various agencies in Chicago.

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Age 54
Tour 25 years
Badge 3649

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

directing traffic

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Patrolman Hibsch,
On today, the 77th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 9, 2024