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