Police Officer John C. Bohach

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Police Officer John C. Bohach | Reno Police Department, Nevada
Police Officer John C. Bohach | Reno Police Department, Nevada
Police Officer John C. Bohach | Reno Police Department, Nevada
Police Officer John C. Bohach | Reno Police Department, Nevada
Police Officer John C. Bohach | Reno Police Department, Nevada
Police Officer John C. Bohach

Reno Police Department, Nevada

End of Watch Wednesday, August 22, 2001

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John C. Bohach

Officer John Bohach was shot and killed with a high-powered rifle while assisting other officers in setting up a perimeter outside a house following a pursuit.

An officer had stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. The suspect suddenly sped away and was pursued by another officer to the location where the man ran into the home at 964 Vassar Street. As Officer Bohach assisted in securing the area, the suspect shot him in the chest. Officer Bohach was not wearing a vest at the time. The suspect was apprehended later in the afternoon after a SWAT team stormed the house.

The 49-year-old man was sentenced to two consecutive life terms. He died in prison on October 6, 2013.

Officer Bohach had served with the Reno Police Department for 13 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

In August 2020, the John C. Bonach Elementary School opened in Sparks, Nevada.

Bio

  • Age 35
  • Tour 13 years
  • Badge 1818

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Rifle
  • Offender Died in prison

barricade, pursuit, traffic stop

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For five years we have tried our best to share your story with our community and a new generation of young people. We have sat down with countless family members, friends, and absolute hero's that wear the uniform to try to understand who you were and all that you stood for. The people that we have met and the stories that we have been entrusted with about who you were John and your dedication to keeping our community safe has been the greatest gift that we could be given. Your school is an incredible place John, and the pride that we have keeping your memory alive along with the opportunity to have such a thriving relationship with all area Law Enforcement agencies is immeasurable. We hope that we carried your legacy well and highlighted the honor you and all in uniform deserve.

Derek Hughes
John C. Bohach Elementary School

August 20, 2024

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