Thomas T. Wood, a 37-year-old Maywood police officer, was shot and killed on October 23, 2006, while sitting in his patrol cruiser with his canine partner at Erie Street and 6th Avenue. He was transported to Loyola University Medical Center but died about 45 minutes later; the K-9 was unharmed. Reports state the shooter used a .380 caliber handgun and fled the scene. No arrests have been made and the case remains unsolved.

Officer Wood had nine years with the Maywood Police Department and had previously worked for the Schiller Park and Stone Park departments. He is survived by his wife, five children, three brothers, one sister, and his father. His death was the first officer fatality in Maywood’s 143-year history and has deeply affected the community.

Does anyone have information about that night or recall suspicious activity near Erie Street and 6th Avenue on October 23, 2006?