Hillsdale County Sheriff's Office, Michigan
End of Watch Thursday, December 31, 1903
Add to My HeroesNelson Reed Cook
Deputy Sheriff Nelson Cook succumbed to head injuries sustained two days earlier when he was beaten by a man he was arresting. The suspect gained control of Deputy Cook's revolver and struck him several times about the head with it.
The subject was wanted for forging United States express money orders. During the arrest the man beat him upon his head and body, causing fatal injuries. The man fled the scene but was later arrested. He was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years.
Deputy Cook was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Tuesday, December 29, 1903
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 10 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsRest in peace.
J.R.
March 29, 2020
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