Sergeant Salvatore Genualdi, Streamwood Police Department, Illinois

Sergeant Salvatore Genualdi

Streamwood Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Monday, December 4, 1967

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Salvatore Genualdi

Sergeant Salvatore Genualdi was struck and killed at a roadblock while attempting to stop a pursuit.

Sergeant Genualdi had responded to assist a neighboring agency in the pursuit and was standing next to his cruiser which had been parked in a roadblock position with the passenger side facing the oncoming pursuit. As the suspect neared the scene Sergeant Genualdi stepped from the patrol vehicle and attempted to wave the vehicle to a stop but was struck and pinned between the two vehicles. The suspect was apprehended at the scene.

The 41-year-old suspect was charged with reckless driving and involuntary manslaughter.

Sergeant Genualdi had served with the Steamwood Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and three daughters.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile
Offender Arrested

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Hi Sarge

I'm thinking of both you and Tom Tinerella this Christmas day. Your sacrifices affected me deeply as a kid who hung around the station. As I went on to become that police officer I wanted to be as a kid, the memories of you went along with me and kept me safe and cautious.

To your beautiful daughters who posted here, I hope this finds you happy and healthy this Christmas day. Your dad was a hero to our village and may he rest in peace.

Dave Arnold

December 25, 2024