“I want them (people) to remember his awesome personality and the way that he lived life. Every day like it was his last, and he took every opportunity that he could” (Svec’s daughter).

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On December 8, 2021 Chicago Police Department Police Officer James “Jimbo” Svec died from complications as a result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. Officer Svec had served with the Chicago Police Department for 20 years and was assigned to the Uniformed Support Division.

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 A street on Chicago’s Southwest Side was named in honor of Chicago Police Officer James Svec. The street renaming took place at West 77th Place and South Kolmar Avenue.

He is survived by his ex-wife, three children, and siblings.

Our hearts are with the Svec family and the Chicago Police Department.

To donate in memory of Police Officer James Svec, please visit our fallen heroes donation page.