Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper Green, i'm sorry for what happened to you on that morning over 20 years ago, as your murder should've never happened, and that the man who killed you was merciless as he was cruel both inside and out. However, he didn't get away after executing you, as he was eventually caught and sentenced to death, meaning that one day justice will truly be served, and that he will pay the price for what he has done to you. That man didn't murder a trooper, he murdered a father, a husband, a son, a friend, and a man who was willing to lay his life down for others. From what i learned about this case revolving the man who took your life, i learned that the man who killed you had initially planned to harm another officer, as i learned he had a firearm on him before this occured, which should tell anybody the kind of person he was towards law enforcement as he was overall just a bad human being. I've said this before and i will continue to say it, it just doesn't make sense to me on why people are so willing to harm police officers, simply because they're doing their job in protecting and serving others. Even if somebody doesn't like the police or respects them, it doesn't mean that they have the authority to harm them, and for what? I don't think i'll ever understand the mentality it takes to not only hurt others, but to take it out on police who have done nothing to deserve it. There really are some evil people in this world, and the man who took your life is one of them, simply because he was not only down a bad path in his life, but also because he had the nerve to murder a trooper that was doing his job and making sure that he pays for what he has done, but as it turns out, that man had other plans. Considering the man who killed you is still alive to this day and is on death row as we speak, i'd like to say that although i don't personally wish death upon him or say anything negative, i only pray that he has repented of his sins and has asked our Father for forgiveness, because i believe that he could've avoided taking another person's life and changed for the better and found God before it all spiraled downhill from there. It takes a certain type of evil to really harm a police officer, since police are there to protect us all and make sure that we feel safe and secured, but when there's people that roam this earth who wanna harm them and take their lives, it truly does nudge me the wrong way, as it should with anyone. From what i learned about you Mr. Green, was that i learned you were a man with a strong faith. I learned that in your last moments, you called out to the Lord and said his name aloud, and although i won't get into the details of what happened, all i'll say is that you asked for mercy, and although it unfortunately wasn't given to you, i do know that when you passed, the Lord came and gave you rest. That alone shows that even in the face of danger and in the presence of evil, you knew that God would be there to help you and in this case, he did come to your rescue, while also making sure that the man who took your life did not get away entirely, although he did try but he failed to get away. Despite it being almost 22 years since you passed and went to be with our Father, i can say that i'm sure your family is doing well. Although you passed before i was born and i never got to meet you, i know now that your daughters and your foster child have since grown up to pursue great things in life, and they honor you each day with the things they do as they reflect your light and demonstrate the things you would've done if you were here right now. If there's one thing i know about State Troopers, is that they're the backbone of the states and cities they patrol in. I know that in your 6 years of service to OHP, i know that you were able to change the lives of those who met you and everyone else around you as even now you're still talked about and remembered, as it should be for future generations of police and troopers around America to learn about who you were and the things you did, along with the fact you fought till the very end, and as much as i wish that you won the fight and took the suspect down, i do know that justice has really been served and you're at rest with the Lord. What i can say is that your service and sacrifice to the citizens of Oklahoma has shown what it means to face evil and fight until the very end, and that alone takes alot of courage and bravery to do as some people aren't meant for it, but i do know that a man like you wasn't intimidated by that alone and you went in. As somebody who's only a civilian and has a dream of joining Law Enforcement one day, i believe that in a way i'm inspired by what Mr. Green did on that morning, as he went in and not only did his job, but he went in and faced evil to the end. I've seen cases where officers have died in terrible ways, but i think that the story of Trooper Green has changed me in a way when it comes to facing dangerous situations, and as i said before, i'm not an officer myself, but what i will say is that i can learn from him and not be intimidated or scared when facing a potential threat. Before i finish off my reflection, i will say this; I don't wish harm on the man who took Mr. Green's life, but instead i wanna say that i forgive him for what he did, as it's what our Lord would've done for him, and i'm sure Mr. Green would as well, but we know in the end we can't go back and change what we think should've happened. Whatever happens between the man that murdered Trooper Green in the end, it's all between him and God, as he is still serving his time on the death sentence. As of now, may you rest in peace Trooper Green, and just know that no matter how much time goes on and how long it's been since you gained your wings, just know that your actions and service will never be forgotten. One thing i firmly believe in is that as long as your name is said and you're truly remembered for the things you did, and how you lived along with how you changed people's lives in a positive aspect with your time as a trooper, i believe that you aren't dead as you are not forgotten. No person is dead regardless if they are forgotten or not, but i believe that Trooper Green is at peace, and he is with our Father in heaven. Rest Well Mr. Green.

Morgan, a civilian supporter of the blue line

October 9, 2025

Our deepest sympathy’s to your family, friends and to your Department. We thank you for your many years of service to all of us. May God Bless you and keep you now. Rest In Peace, Brother.


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MNTC BPOC Oklahoma

April 8, 2025

I remember him telling a story about pulling an elderly gentleman out of a vehicle. (There was a gun in the seat and they guy was reaching around it, looking for a document and not listening) As he was pulling the guy from the vehicle through the window, he said all he really could remember and hear was the man's wife saying "Joe you should have listened to that nice young man" over and over. :) Still thinking of you and keeping your memory alive.

Former LEO
He was Sherrif dept, I was PD Walters OK

May 15, 2024

I was just telling a story about you during a call we ran once together that had me laughing and missing you pretty good. I think of you often still. I pray your family is doing well and remembers you with the fondest of memories. Godspeed, my friend!

TJ Davis, EMT/RN
Comanche County Memorial Ambulance (once upon a long time ago)

October 27, 2022

I remember you, sir. HAPPY FATHERS DAY.

Collin Moses
A friend

June 19, 2022

Today we would be going to eat to celebrate. You would make fun of me for getting old and I would make fun of you for being older…we were robbed of that opportunity, however, justice is around the corner for your killer…I feel it.

So tonight I will toast to you as I quietly raise a crown and coke..I push hard everyday in your memory brother…I love and miss you…but am carrying on.
Distance will never break our bond.
See you on the other side.
Love you Forever…Karen Green

Sister Karen Green
Sister

April 29, 2022

Miss drinking coffee with you in the middle of the night in Grandfield brother.

Sergeant Brian Baker
The Colony Police Department

August 9, 2021

I suddenly remembered you and miss you.

Elizabeth
Cousin

May 2, 2020

I didn't know you, but you crossed my mind today. I had the honor of watching your funeral processional. I still pray for your family.

PLB
Friend

January 30, 2020

I have not forgotten you.

Anonymous

December 23, 2019

Trooper Green, rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 30, 2019

Nik, another year has passed since you left this world to be with your Lord and Savior. I know you are glorified in the after life with family, friends, and your fellow officers that preceded you. Unfortunately, Malone is still appealing for his pathetic life, feeling no remorse for the pain and hurt his has caused everyone who knew and loved you. Hopefully the US Court of Appeals will agree with his sentencing and do to him what should have been done years ago. Missing you Brother. Rest easy and continue to watch over Linda, your daughters, your family, and your brother in blue.

Major (ret)
Guthrie Police Department

December 25, 2018

Nick was a great guy and always came to back me up. One of the best men i have ever known.

Captain Bret Camp
Mangum Police Dept.

November 12, 2018

Love to you today and always. You my brother are missed, always will be.

karen green
Sister

February 28, 2017

Nik, another year has gone by, and it's no easier getting over the hole left in the hearts of your family and friends and Law Enforcement, caused by the senseless actions of Malone, who lost another appeal this past August.
Still missing you Brother. Keep your vigil over all your brothers in blue. Praying for you, your family, and friends while knowing that our Lord and Savior continues to wrap all of you in His loving arms and gives us peace.

Major (Ret.)
Guthrie Police Department

December 27, 2016

Freind I miss you I stopped by your head stone and seen you the other day will miss you Niki will
Miss you

Under sheriff Jimmy Gallaher
Jefferson county sheriff's office

December 21, 2016

Trooper Nik Green was one of my best ever young Troopers. He would have gone far in OHP. I will always feel guilt, serious guilt, over his death. Though I don't know how, I wish I'd done better with his training. He was my young Trooper…my responsibility. I remain crushed over his death,

2LT Dee Wells #113
OHP

May 31, 2016

I met this man twice and he made a huge impact on my life, and I was only three when I met him, so that does say something. The people who do these things should automatically be sentenced to death.

Makennah Adams
cousin

April 5, 2016

It should be remembered that Trooper Green begged for his life several minutes before Rick Malone shot him twice in the head. One can still listen to Green begging for his life. I have heard that Malone and his attorneys' claim that Malone was mentally ill at the time of the killing. Listen to the recording and one will hear Rick Malone torment and execute Trooper Green. Malone was not and still not mentally ill, his own words prove that.
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Scott Kenna Detective
Albuquerque Police Department

October 1, 2015

It's been a long time since you were taken from all of us, some of the days have been hard and some not so bad, either way I miss you and your guidance. I personally want to Thank You for your years of Service over me as one of my Guardian Angels, it's truly appreciated. I also want to tell you how much I appreciate you looking over Gary as well. The day I got the call about him getting hit, all the memories of the day we lost you came back, I'm really not sure how I was going to handle losing both of you. Thank you again for moving him just enough so that he didn't take the full impact and was able to survive. Please be with him everyday during his recovery!! I love you Nik.

Trooper Todd Lewis
Texas Highway Patrol

May 14, 2015

Nikky, you my friend are not, will not, be forgotten. You still epitomize all that is good in law enforcement, and your untimely loss has left a hole in the ranks that remains today. Rest in peace Brother. Prayers for your wife, daughters, family, and friends.

Major (Ret)
Guthrie Police Department

December 26, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Former LEO

July 19, 2014

It's another new year and we still think about you. Shows what a great man you were! You showed what a real man should be. What a great example.

anonymous

January 2, 2014

As a youth Nikki couldn't say slick or preacher. They called the Pastor of our church Preacher. Leaving church one cold winter Sunday morning when Nikki was about 3, Nikki told the Pastor, "Shrick outside Creature".

I see his huge brown eye every time I think of this.

Jonny Rupe
Friend

December 27, 2013

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

December 26, 2013