Special Agent Nelson B. Klein, Jr.

Special Agent Nelson B. Klein, Jr. | United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
Special Agent Nelson B. Klein, Jr.

United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government

End of Watch Thursday, May 29, 1969

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Nelson B. Klein, Jr.

Special Agent Nelson Klein Jr. was killed in a vehicle crash between Savannah and Statesboro, Georgia, while en route to represent the FBI at a law enforcement conference.

His department vehicle left the roadway and overturned several times, causing him to suffer fatal injuries.

Special Agent Klein's father, Special Agent Nelson Klein Sr., was shot and killed in the line of duty on on August 16th, 1935, while also serving with the FBI.

SPecial Agent Klein had served with the FBI for 13 years. He was survived by his wife, three children, mother, brother, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour 13 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash
  • Location Georgia
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Agent Klein,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

May 29, 2019

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