Kenton County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, November 13, 1902
Add to My HeroesNicholas Bodkin
Deputy Nick Bodkin was shot and killed as he and another deputy attempted to breakup a disturbance at a local saloon across the street from the Covington police station.
A Covington policeman had become intoxicated and started a quarrel with two patrons of the saloon. As Deputy Bodkin and the other deputy attempted to separate the group, the policeman pulled out his gun and opened fire, fatally wounding Deputy Bodkin and wounding the second deputy.
The policeman was arrested and charged with murder.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Arrested
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsMy Great Grandfather Nicholas Bodkin. All Newspaper accounts and family rememberences was testimony to your steadfast dedication as an officer and as a father. You are remembered
Great Grandson S. Bodkin
Great Grandson
March 11, 2013
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