P.O. Robert Gallowitch #15442
| Name: | Gallowitch, Robert L. |
| Star: | 15442 |
| Rank: | Patrolman |
| District / Unit: | 005 District (Calumet) |
| End of Watch: | 24-May-1972 |
| Incident Details: |
Officer Robert Gallowitch responded to a burglar alarm. Upon arrival, Officer Gallowitch discovered three offenders disguised as telephone repair men. The offenders had stolen a telephone truck, taken the driver hostage, and were robbing a jewelry store. As Officer Gallowitch confronted the three offenders in the alley, the offenders began shooting. The brave officer sustained fatal gunshot wounds during the incident. |
Reflections
3 against 1. God bless you Patrolman Gallowitch -- t evans 03/21/2008"
I remember the day the call came that Bob had died. His whole family was at my house for a party and he was due to come over after work. My father was his best friend. I remember you every day that I put on my uniform Uncle Bob and visit your name on the wall in DC every year. You are still missed and loved! -- MKOB 02/19/2008