Patrolman William Nagy, Cleveland Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman William Nagy

Cleveland Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, May 14, 1971

William Nagy

Patrolman Nagy was shot and killed when he interrupted a robbery in progress at a restaurant at West 25th Street and Detroit Street. As he entered the business he observed a suspect holding two waitresses at gunpoint. He immediately drew his weapon and exchanged shots with the suspect. Patrolman Nagy and the suspect were both fatally wounded.

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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Not available

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman William Nagy of the Cleveland Police Department, Ohio and the additional 52 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

May 14, 2018