Officer James A. "Bert" Weare

Officer James A.
Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota
Officer James A. "Bert" Weare

Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota

End of Watch Friday, February 7, 1919

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James A. "Bert" Weare

Officer Weare was shot and killed as he and his partner searched for a robbery suspect on 22nd Avenue NE. Both were in plainclothes and as Officer Weare's partner questioned the man's sister, Officer Weare began searching the home. As he opened a closed bedroom door the suspect shot from inside, fatally wounding him. Officer Weare's partner chased the suspect outside and shot and killed him as he attempted to climb a fence.
Officer Weare had been with the agency for nine years and was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

  • Age 40
  • Tour 9 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Shot and killed
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Officer Weare,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Minneapolis. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

February 7, 2019

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