Detective James Franklin Beckham, Miami Police Department, Florida

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Detective

James Franklin Beckham

Miami Police Department, Florida

End of Watch: Friday, February 3, 1928

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 29

Tour: 4 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 2/3/1928

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Apprehended

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Detective Beckham was shot and killed while in pursuit of a bootlegger. He was seated in his police vehicle when he was struck four times in the chest and killed instantly.

Detective Beckham had served with the agency for 4 years. He was survived by his wife.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 84th 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.

Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 3, 2012

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James Franklin Beckham

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