Marshal August Kokko, Nashwauk Police Department, Minnesota

Marshal August Kokko

Nashwauk Police Department, Minnesota

End of Watch Thursday, February 12, 1914

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August Kokko

Marshal August Kokko was shot and killed while taking a prisoner to jail.

The prisoner had been arrested for fighting at a boarding house on First Street. As the two walked towards the jail, one of the prisoner's friends shot Marshal Kokko four times. Despite being mortally wounded, Marshal Kokko was able to return fire and wounded the shooter. The marshal was taken to Hibbing Hospital where he died the following day.

The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life. He was released on December 15, 1936, and deported to his native country, Yugoslavia.

Marshal Kokko had served with the Nashwauk Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 45
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Wednesday, February 11, 1914
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Released in 1936

arrest, prisoner custody, transport

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Great Grandpa August, we continue to think of you and honor you… and tell your story. It’s been 111 years since your death… you are still remembered,
No one gets left behind or forgotten.

Anita Lomeli
Great-Granddaughter

May 9, 2025