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Officer Who Took Out DIMEBAG's Killer Up For 'America's Most Wanted All-Star' Prize

May 7, 2005

Columbus Police Officer James D. Niggemeyer, who is widely credited for saving lives on Dec. 8, 2004 when he entered Alrosa Villa without backup and killed a crazed gunman responsible for blowing away four people, including PANTERA/DAMAGEPLAN guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, is among the finalists for the "America's Most Wanted All-Star" prize, which includes $10,000 in cash and a VIP trip to the next NASCAR All-Star Challenge — all courtesy of Nextel. To vote for Niggemeyer, click here. Voting ends May 17. The winner will be announced on AMW.com on May 28.

DAMAGEPLAN had just begun their set last December when a crazed fan rushed the stage with a gun. His first target, lead guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, slumped dead. Chaos erupted and more shots flew. James Niggemeyer was first on scene. Without waiting for backup, he crept through the stage door and quickly drew a bead on the shooter — who was holding a hostage. Niggemeyer took the gunman out with one shot. His swift actions saved countless lives — the gunman had dozens of shots left to fire.

(Thanks: FarBeyondMetal)

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