Nebraska City Police Department, Nebraska
End of Watch Saturday, July 9, 1977
Gary Robert White
Officer Gary White was shot and killed behind the police department when he and another officer attempted to stop a truck driven by a man wanted for questioning from an earlier domestic assault.
When the truck stopped the suspect opened fire with a shotgun, striking Officer White below his vest. The other officer was also wounded but was able to return fire but did not strike the suspect. The man fled but was arrested a short time later.
The suspect was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life on December 16, 1977. He died in prison January 18, 1993.
Officer White had only served with the Nebraska City Police Department for nine days.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 week
- Badge 52
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 20 gauge
- Offender Died in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsA week on the force and now a police hero of honor, dignity and integrity forever. Rest in peace Officer White.
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