Special Officer John D. Nichols Jr., aged 43, was a dedicated member of the Fort Worth Police Department in Texas. On December 22, 1906, Officer Nichols was shot and killed while investigating a disturbance at a local theater over the price of a ticket. While speaking to a customer, the man pulled out a handgun and struck Officer Nichols on the head. As Officer Nichols fell, the suspect began firing, striking him multiple times. Despite being critically injured, Officer Nichols managed to return
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