Sweetwater Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, June 25, 1986
Add to My HeroesJames Mathis Beasley
Patrolman James Beasley was intentionally struck and killed by a fleeing suspect as he attempted to setup a roadblock.
The suspect was an escapee who was fleeing deputies from another county.
Patrolman Beasley had served with the Sweetwater Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife, four children, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsOne day Patrolman Beasley I must stop at your grave at Vista Memorial Gardens in Miami Lakes where you rest in peace along with other heroes and heroines.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 20, 2022
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