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U.S. Navy · United States
Niels Hansen
1871
Niels L. Hansen served the U.S. Navy.
What Happened
Patrolman Hansen was accidentally shot and killed by another officer as the two talked at the corner of Noble Street and Chicago Avenue. The other officer was reaching into his overcoat pocket and accidentally discharged his revolver. The shot struck Patrolman Hansen in the face, killing him instantly.
The patrolman who accidentally fired the shot denied that the shot was fired from his pistol. He was subsequently charged with murder for refusing to admit that it was an accident or to provide any information. A jury found him not guilty.
Patrolman Hansen was a U.S Navy veteran and had served with the Chicago Police Department for only two months. He was survived by his wife, two infant daughters, and brother. His brother also served as a Chicago police officer.
The patrolman who accidentally fired the shot denied that the shot was fired from his pistol. He was subsequently charged with murder for refusing to admit that it was an accident or to provide any information. A jury found him not guilty.
Patrolman Hansen was a U.S Navy veteran and had served with the Chicago Police Department for only two months. He was survived by his wife, two infant daughters, and brother. His brother also served as a Chicago police officer.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife, two infant daughters, and brother.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
Chicago Police Department
Patrolman
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