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- Nov. 27, 1924 -
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Chicago Police Dept. Patch
Resided: IL, USA
Born: Unk  
Fallen: Nov. 27, 1924
Race/Sex: Caucasian Male / 50 yrs. of age
Agency
Dept: Chicago Police Dept. - IL
3510 South Michigan Avenue   
Chicago, IL   60653   USA
(312)744-4000
County: Cook
Dept. Type: Municipal/Police
Hero's Rank: Patrolman
Sworn Date: Unk
FBI Class: Homicide - Gun
Weapon Class: Firearm
Agency URL: Click Here
On The Job: 20 years
Bio: Not Available
Fatal Incident Summary
Offender: No Info
Location: IL   USA   Thu. Nov. 27, 1924
Summary: Patrolman Mellody was shot and killed while investigating the sounds of a burglar alarm coming from a building. Patrolman Mellody, who was returning home after his shift, entered the building and encountered a private watchman. The two mistook each other for a burglar and Patrolman Mellody struck the watchman with his club. The watchman then fired two shots, fatally wounding Patrolman Mellody.

The watchman was cleared of all charges in connection with Patrolman Mellody's death.

Patrolman Mellody had served with the Chicago Police Department for 20 years. He was survived by his wife and son.

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