Charles J. Barango Way
Linda Zabors
Charles Barango was a 14-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department who received several awards recognitions for his work and was a member of the 5th District tactical unit. He appeared in televisions dramas which were set and filmed in Chicago, including “Chicago Fire” and a technical consultant to “Chicago P.D.”
In 2016, Officer Barango was killed in a motorcycle accident the day before returning to active duty following surgery and treatment for a brain tumor.
Alumni:
Queen of All Saints School
Taft High School
Lewis University
Honorary Charles J. Barango Way
North Kercheval Avenue, between North Kingsdale Avenue and North Kerbs Avenue
Approved: September 2018
Ward: 39
Alderman: Laurino
Neighborhood: Sauganash
d. September 18, 2016. Age 49