Oakland Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, March 25, 1951
Add to My HeroesDonald O. Nielson
Police Officer Donald Nielson was killed in a motorcycle crash at 149th Street and MacArthur Boulevard in San Leandro.
Officer Nielson had escorted Marines returning home from Korea. After completing his assignment, he was en route home when a car turned in front of him. He swerved to avoid striking the vehicle and was thrown to the ground.
Officer Nielson had served with the Oakland Police Department for four years. He was survived by his expectant wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 757
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Thursday, March 22, 1951
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsI only knew him as a two year old, so my memories are vague. But I remember his motorcycle and boots.
Firefighter/EMT Donald Nielsen
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