Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism - Law Enforcement Division, Kansas
End of Watch Saturday, June 26, 2010
Add to My HeroesLuke Douglas Nihart
Natural Resources Officer Luke Nihart was killed in an ATV accident while working at the Country Stampede music festival at Tuttle Creek State Park.
He was entering the parking area of a Department of Wildlife and Parks office when his ATV flipped over at approximately 3:20 am. He was transported to Mercy Regional Health Center where he succumbed to his injuries two hours later.
Officer Nihart had served with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for 11 years. His is survived by his wife and two young children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 1247
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
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