Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, Nebraska
End of Watch Wednesday, May 11, 1921
Add to My HeroesRobert L. Taylor
Officer Taylor was stabbed to death by an inmate while on guard duty. The suspect was convicted of his murder and executed.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Stabbed
- Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
- Offender Executed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Taylor,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Nebraska. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.
R.I.P.
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