Leesburg Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, February 13, 1944
Add to My HeroesJesse F. Beerbower
Officer Beerbower was shot six times and killed while attempting to arrest a parolee for disorderly conduct near Venetian Gardens in Leesburg.
Officer Beerbower, a WWI veteran, was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Convicted of first-degree murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Beerbower,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during WW I. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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