CHICAGO (WGN) – On the anniversary of the day she was killed, Chicago police officer Ella French was honored.
The street in front of the criminal courthouse will now be known as Honorary Officer Ella French Way.
“The moment is not just about a street sign. It’s about a life of service, courage and deep compassion,”
Fallen officer Ella French helped save life of infant wounded in Englewood mass shooting
Ella was just 29 years old when she was shot and killed in the line of duty on Aug. 7, 2021.
The shooting happened during a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 6300 block of South Bell Avenue in Chicago Lawn. Ella was shot and killed by one of the passengers inside the vehicle, while her partner, Ofc. Carlos Yanez, was shot in the face, but survived…