Police Officer Donald O. Nielson

Police Officer Donald O. Nielson | Oakland Police Department, California
Oakland Police Department, California
Police Officer Donald O. Nielson

Oakland Police Department, California

End of Watch Sunday, March 25, 1951

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Donald 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

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I 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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May 25, 2025

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