Police Officer Nels Daniel "Dan" Niemi

Police Officer Nels Daniel
San Leandro Police Department, California
Police Officer Nels Daniel "Dan" Niemi

San Leandro Police Department, California

End of Watch Monday, July 25, 2005

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Nels Daniel "Dan" Niemi

Officer Nels Niemi was shot and killed in an ambush attack while investigating a disturbance call on Doolittle Drive.

Officer Niemi responded to Doolittle Drive at 11:00 pm. As Officer Niemi spoke to some of the residents, a man drove up to the scene and engaged Officer Niemi in conversation. Without warning, the man produced a handgun and shot Officer Niemi several times, killing him.

The suspect fled the scene on foot and was apprehended the next day. He was convicted in May 2007 of first-degree murder for Officer Niemi's murder and subsequently sentenced to death.

Officer Niemi had served with the San Leandro Police Department for 3 years. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 298

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to death
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Always have you in my heart but today I was really thinking of you. Thought of your smile and some comedic and insightful input you would have on somethings around the department. I wear your badge number with a heavy heart and beautiful memories. Miss you buddy.

Megan
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March 28, 2021

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