Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch: Saturday, May 2, 1908
Age:
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: May 2, 1908
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Never apprehended
Policeman Beck was shot and killed after interrupting a burglary on 16th Street. While walking his beat at approximately 0300 hours he discovered the rear door of a business opened. He entered the business to leave a note for the owner when he was shot by someone inside. The suspect fled the scene and was never apprehended.
Policeman Beck was survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.