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For Immediate Release Contact: Office of Communications
May 19, 2026 312-745-6110
MEDIA ADVISORY
Honorary Street Renaming for Fallen Police Officer Thomas E. Wortham IV
WHAT: The Chicago Police Department will pay tribute to fallen Officer Thomas E. Wortham IV, who was killed in the line of duty on May 20, 2010.
As we mark 16 years since the loss of Officer Wortham, his life and legacy will be remembered with an honorary street renaming and memorial roll call.
WHEN: WEDNESDAY
May 20, 2026
WHERE: COLE PARK
Southwest intersection of 85th St. & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
WHO: Members of the Chicago Police Department, Gold Star families, friends and supporters.
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