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John Mcdermott

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 11, 1900

Victim Details

John F. Mcdermott

Male

White / Caucasian

Chicago

IL

1900-04-11

John

Mcdermott

07/22/2026

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Patrolman John F. McDermott, aged 38, was a dedicated officer of the Chicago Police Department. On April 11, 1900, he tragically died as a result of an accidental discharge of his firearm. McDermott was found by his sister, Mary, behind his residence at 3451 West 15th Street with a gunshot wound to his head. He was transported to Cook County Hospital, where he briefly regained consciousness but could not explain how he was injured. He passed away later that day.

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    I was reading about the tragic death of Patrolman John F. McDermott, and one detail I keep coming ba... ...Read More
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    Anyone else find it a bit strange that no one heard anything when Officer McDermott fell? This was i... ...Read More
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    I was doing some reading on the tragic loss of Patrolman John F. McDermott and couldn't help but fee... ...Read More
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