Officer Nicholas Koleski, Aberdeen Police Department, Washington

Officer Nicholas Koleski

Aberdeen Police Department, Washington

End of Watch Tuesday, September 21, 1920

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Nicholas Koleski

Officer Nicholas Koleski was shot and killed after being abducted while investigating illegal moonshining.

His body was found in a creek blindfolded with five bullets in his head. The four suspects were later apprehended and brought to trial. During their trial the judge ordered the charges dismissed stating the prosecution had only circumstantial evidence.

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Age 22
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Murder charges dismissed

alcohol violation, investigation

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Officer Koleski,
On today, the 105th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Aberdeen.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 21, 2025