Special Agent Jack R. Coler

Special Agent Jack R. Coler | 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 Jack R. Coler

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

End of Watch Thursday, June 26, 1975

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Jack R. Coler

Special Agent Jack Coler and Special Agent Ronald Williams were shot and killed at the Oglala Sioux Indian Reservation in Pine Ridge, South Dakota.

The agents were attempting to serve a warrant for robbery and assault with a deadly weapon. Only one of the four suspects charged with their murders was convicted.

Special Agent Coler had served with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for four years.

Bio

  • Age 28
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Location South Dakota
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender One sentenced to life
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