Patrolman Nicholas Bernard Smith, Buffalo Police Department, New York

Patrolman Nicholas Bernard Smith

Buffalo Police Department, New York

End of Watch Thursday, September 7, 1905

Nicholas Bernard Smith

Patrolman Nicholas Smith was shot and killed after he and his partner went to investigate the sound of shots being fired.

Patrolman Smith and his partner were on foot patrol when they heard gunshots. When they went to the location from which they heard the shots, they found a 14-year-old boy who had been shot in the leg. He told the officers that the man who shot him was hiding in the backyard of the residence they were in front of.

When Patrolman Smith and his partner approached the backyard, the suspect opened fire, striking Patrolman Smith in the abdomen. Patrolman Smith was taken to a local hospital but died shortly after from his wound.

The suspect who shot Patrolman Smith was never apprehended.

Patrolman Smith had served with the Buffalo Police Department for 13 years.

Bio

Age 37
Tour 13 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Never apprehended

shots fired call

Most Recent Reflection

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 108th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 29, 2013