Trooper Michael D. Farber, Nebraska State Patrol, Nebraska

Trooper Michael D. Farber

Nebraska State Patrol, Nebraska

End of Watch Sunday, August 24, 1980

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Michael D. Farber

Trooper Michael Farber was killed after intentionally being struck by a teenager fleeing other officers for stealing gas. The suspect drove the vehicle into the median of I-80, near Aurora, Nebraska, and struck Trooper Farber. He was charged with first degree murder.

The 15-year-old suspect was tried as an adult, convicted of manslaughter, and sentenced to 10 years. He was released in January of 1986.

Trooper Farber had been with the agency for two years. He was survived by his wife, Colleen, and his unborn son.

Bio

Age 24
Tour 2 years
Badge 427

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile
Offender Released in 1986

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Trooper Farber,
On today, the 45th 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. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 24, 2025