CHICAGO - The City of Chicago is pausing to honor Officer Ella French, who was killed in the line of duty four years ago.

A street will be named after French during a ceremony scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday at 26th Street and California Avenue — the location where she began her public service career as a correctional officer.

What we know:

French joined the Chicago Police Department in 2018. She was 29 years old when she was shot and killed during a traffic stop in the Englewood neighborhood.

The gunman is serving a life sentence. His brother and the man who illegally purchased the firearm are also incarcerated.

What's next:

Later this month, a statue honoring French will be unveiled. Englewood Chicago Police Department News

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