Park Policeman Fred Mudloff, Lincoln Park District Police Department, Illinois

Park Policeman Fred Mudloff

Lincoln Park District Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Sunday, October 6, 1929

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Fred Mudloff

Park Policeman Fred Mudloff was killed in a motorcycle crash while patrolling Lincoln Park.

His motorcycle struck a patch of rough road, and he lost control of it. He was thrown from the motorcycle and suffered a fractured skull. He was transported to Columbus Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries two days later.

Policeman Mudloff was a United States World War I Navy Reserve veteran and had served with the Lincoln Park District Police Department. He was survived by his wife and 2-year-old daughter.

Bio

Age 32
Tour Not available
Badge 186
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash
Incident Date Friday, October 4, 1929

motorcycle, patrol

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As we commemorate this anniversary, we reflect on the significance of the policing community and the enduring impact of a line-of-duty death. You will always be honored. Rest in peace.

Craig G. Lundt,
Police Officer
Naperville Park District Police Department

October 7, 2025