Visitation Held for Fallen Oak Park Detective Allan Reddins
A Life of Service and Sacrifice
Fallen Oak Park police detective Allan Reddins was remembered at a visitation on Wednesday.
A Life of Service and Sacrifice
OAK PARK, Ill. – Detective Allan Reddins is Oak Park’s first police officer killed in the line of duty in more than 80 years.
Police officers from around the state entered Leak and Sons Funeral home on Wednesday to honor the public servant.
Paying Respect
“It’s a tough job. It’s tough coming to these funerals because it’s a lot,” said Luis Tagle of the River Forest Police Department.
About Detective Reddins
According to his obituary, Reddins “always had a desire to go into law enforcement” and “exceeded expectations quickly with the Oak Park Police Department.”
The 40-year-old was shot and killed the day after Thanksgiving when he responded to a report of a man with a gun at a Chase Bank in Oak Park.
A Life of Service
Reddins was a graduate of Harlan H.S. and Loyola University. He first worked with Metra police, then joined the Oak Park Police Department in 2019.
He leaves behind a mother and college-aged son. Loved ones described him as courageous, determined, and charismatic.
Remembering a Hero
Jerell Thomas, 37, is charged with Reddins’ murder.
Conclusion
The visitation for Detective Allan Reddins served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers every day. As the community comes together to mourn the loss of this brave public servant, we honor his memory and recognize the impact he had on those around him.
FAQs
Q: What was the cause of Detective Reddins’ death?
A: Detective Reddins was shot and killed while responding to a report of a man with a gun at a Chase Bank in Oak Park.
Q: What is the current status of the suspect charged with Detective Reddins’ murder?
A: Jerell Thomas, 37, is currently charged with Detective Reddins’ murder.
Q: What was Detective Reddins’ background and experience?
A: Detective Reddins was a 40-year-old graduate of Harlan H.S. and Loyola University. He first worked with Metra police and then joined the Oak Park Police Department in 2019.
