Officer Down Memorial Page - http://www.odmp.org

Policeman William H. Beck | Denver Police Department, Colorado
Denver Police Department, Colorado

Policeman

William H. Beck

Denver Police Department, Colorado

End of Watch: Saturday, May 2, 1908

Biographical Info

Age:
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

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.