Bio & Incident Details
Age: Not available
Tour: 2 years
Badge # Not available
Cause: Gunfire
Incident Date: 12/22/1906
Weapon: Handgun
Suspect: Shot and killed
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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 been assigned to his area for two years.
