Prince George's County Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch: Tuesday, November 29, 1983
Age: 37
Tour of Duty: 16 years
Badge Number: 247
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: November 29, 1983
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Convicted
Major Richard Beavers was shot and killed while attempting to stop a robbery in progress. Major Beavers was able to return fire, wounding the suspect, which lead to his being identified and convicted.
Major Beavers had served with the Prince George's County Police Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.