Sergeant Uga'Shon Curtis W. Blackbird, Omaha Nation Law Enforcement Services, Tribal Police

Sergeant Uga'Shon Curtis W. Blackbird

Omaha Nation Law Enforcement Services, Tribal Police

End of Watch Sunday, March 26, 2017

Uga'Shon Curtis W. Blackbird

Sergeant Curtis Blackbird was killed in a vehicle crash while responding to a call in Walthill at approximately 1:30 am.

He was driving along a closed section of Nebraska Highway 94 in a period of dense fog when his patrol car struck a construction crane.

Sergeant Blackbird had worked for the Omaha Nation Law Enforcement Services division for more than 17 years and served as an EMT before that. He is survived by his wife and son.

Bio

Age 60
Tour 17 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Location Nebraska

no seat belt

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On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Curtis was killed.

To the Blackbird family, fellow officers, and all who call Curtis beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Sgt. Blackbird gave to his community and the citizens of Nebraska and the Omaha Nation , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 26, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 16, 2018