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Fred Eckles Jr., a 41-year-old male of ethnicity, was a dedicated officer with the Chicago Police Department. On January 17, 1984, Officer Eckles was part of a tactical unit executing a search warrant at an apartment located at 8051 South Maryland Avenue. The team was responding to a tip about drug activity at the residence.

As the officers approached the apartment, they announced their presence and their intent to execute a search warrant. However, there was no response from within the a ...Read More
Victim Details

Fred Eckles, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

1984-01-17

Fred

Eckles

11/24/2025