Captain Vincent Swiskoski
Walsenburg Police Department
Captain Swiskoski and Chief Mike Rampa responded to a domestic dispute on December 22, 1967, at the home of Joseph Medina. Medina had apparently threatened his wife with a rifle. As Swiskoski approached the door to the house, Medina came out on the front porch with a rifle and ordered him to halt. Rampa asked Medina to put down the rifle so they could talk. Instead, Medina pointed the rifle at Swiskoski and fired. Swiskoski fell to the ground and Officer Serrato, who was now at the scene, fired at Medina and hit him in the stomach. Swiskoski was taken to Huerfano County Memorial Hospital, where he was declared dead.

I am very interested in learning more about Captain Vincent Swiskoski and his family. Captain Vincent is my Uncle, and the stories I have been told about him vary. I would like to find out more about his life as a policeman and more about his family.

is this vinnie? or jen? it's nina!

I'm Vince's step daughter, I can tell you everything you want to know about him and our family. But if you think he was this wonderful fallen hero, think again. Reality can be harsh so if you don't really want to know the truth, then don't bother to email me.

Hello Karinland I am Sam Swiskoski, My Mom is Mildred Swiskoski/Lingle and Grandmother Victoria Swiskoski any information you can give would be great I am just interested in our family's past.

Thank You