Aberdeen Police Department, Washington
End of Watch Tuesday, September 21, 1920
Add to My HeroesNicholas Koleski
Officer Nicholas Koleski was shot and killed after being abducted while investigating illegal moonshining.
His body was found in a creek blindfolded with five bullets in his head. The four suspects were later apprehended and brought to trial. During their trial the judge ordered the charges dismissed stating the prosecution had only circumstantial evidence.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Murder charges dismissed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Koleski,
On today, the 105th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Aberdeen.
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