Fallen Officers
Since the creation of the Nebraska Highway Patrol, 11 officers have died in the line of duty.
Officer | Date of Death | Details |
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Trooper Loyal M. Zink |
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Automobile accident while pursuing a suspect |
Trooper John T. Meistrell |
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Automobile accident on icy roads |
Trooper Vernon C. Rolfs |
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Gunfire after stopping a speeding motorist |
Trooper Marvin L. Hansen |
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Gunfire after stopping the driver of a stolen car |
Trooper Duane F. Nichols |
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Automobile accident involving a drunk driver |
Trooper Raymond M. Koerber |
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Automobile accident |
Trooper George William Amos, Jr. |
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Gunfire after stopping a fugitive |
Trooper Michael D. Farber |
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Struck by a car being pursued by fellow officers |
Trooper Robert J. Chab |
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Struck by a car while performing vehicle checks |
Trooper Donald Matejka |
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Cardiac arrest while subduing a suspect |
Trooper Mark Paul Wagner |
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Accidental gunshot wound during training |
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