Fort Worth Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, December 22, 1906
Add to My HeroesJohn D. Nichols, Jr.
Special Officer Nichols was shot and killed while investigating a disturbance at a local theater concerning the price of a ticket.
While talking to the customer, the man pulled out a handgun and struck Officer Nichols on the head. As Officer Nichols fell, the suspect began firing, striking him. Officer Nichols was able to return fire, causing a fatal wound to the suspect. Officer Nichols was transported to a local hospital, where he died.
Officer Nichols had served with the Fort Worth Police Department for two years.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
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J.R.
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