Patrolman Carl O. Nystrom, Tomahawk Police Department, Wisconsin

Patrolman Carl O. Nystrom

Tomahawk Police Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Saturday, June 9, 1945

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Carl O. Nystrom

Patrolman Carl Nystrom was shot and killed while attempting to serve a warrant on a known felon on a train in Tomahawk, Wisconsin.

The 30-year-old suspect was apprehended, convicted of murder, and sentenced to life. He died in prison on September 11, 1970.

Patrolman Nystrom was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 41
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Died in prison

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Patrolman Nystrom,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tomahawk. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 9, 2020