Thomas J. Cahill
Thomas J. Cahill | |
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Cahill, photographed in 1966 during the Hunters Point social uprising | |
| Born | June 8, 1910 |
| Died | October 12, 2002 (aged 92) |
| Other names | Tom |
| Police career | |
| Department | San Francisco Police Department |
| Service years | 1942–1970 |
| Rank | Chief: 1958–1970 |
Thomas J. Cahill (June 8, 1910 – October 12, 2002) was the chief of police of San Francisco, California from 1958 to 1970, the longest tenure as chief of police in San Francisco history. He served under mayors George Christopher, John F. Shelley, and Joseph Alioto.