Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch: Friday, May 14, 1971
Age: 31
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: May 14, 1971
Weapon Used: Handgun
Suspect Info: Not available
Patrolman William Nagy was shot and killed when he interrupted a robbery in progress at a restaurant at West 25th Street and Detroit Street.
As he entered the business, he observed a suspect holding two waitresses at gunpoint. He immediately drew his weapon and exchanged shots with the suspect. Patrolman Nagy and the suspect were both fatally wounded.
Patrolman Nagy had served with the Cleveland Division of Police for six years. He was survived by his parents.