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Chief of Police James Madison Beard | Buena Vista Police Department, Virginia Buena Vista Police Department, Virginia

Chief of Police

James Madison Beard

Buena Vista Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch: Saturday, October 14, 1933

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 67

Tour: 36 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 10/14/1933

Weapon: Officer's handgun

Suspect: Not available

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Chief Beard was shot and killed with his own weapon by a prisoner he had transferred from Pennsylvania. The prisoner rushed Chief Beard, gained control of his weapon, and shot him twice.
Chief Beard had been with agency 36 years and was survived by his wife and four children.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 77th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Your sacrifice was made so many years ago. Evil was, is, and will be a part of life just as goodness such as yours will also be present.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
October 14, 2010

 

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