Sgt. John Chiska #888
| Name: | Chiska, John |
| Star: | 888 |
| Rank: | Sergeant |
| District / Unit: | 025 District (Grand Central) |
| End of Watch: | 04-May-1928 |
| Incident Details: |
Sergeant John Chiska, while in civilian dress, was approached by three armed offenders who announced a robbery. Sergeant Chiska then stated he was a police officer, and was able to place two of the offenders under arrest. The third gunman, however, was able to fire his gun, striking Sergeant Chiska. The courageous sergeant was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died. |
