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Remembering J.J. Bittenbinder: Longtime CPD Detective, Safety Expert, CBS 2 Contributor Dies At 80

He served the Chicago Police Department for more than two decades, including 18 years as a homicide detective.

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Over the years, Bittenbinder became known around Chicago and beyond for his presentations on personal safety and ways to avoid being the victim of a crime.
Over the years, Bittenbinder became known around Chicago and beyond for his presentations on personal safety and ways to avoid being the victim of a crime. (CBS)

By Adam Harrington, CBS Chicago:

CHICAGO (CBS) — Former Chicago Police detective, safety expert, and onetime CBS 2 contributor J.J. Bittenbinder died late last month.

Bittenbinder – full name John Joseph Bittenbinder – passed away on Friday, May 26. He was 80 years old.

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