Bellevue Police Department, Iowa
End of Watch Wednesday, April 16, 1969
Add to My HeroesEarl H. Berendes
Chief Berendes was beaten to death with a shovel while investigating a burglary at a local garage. The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to 50 years, but was paroled less then three years later.
Chief Berendes had served with the agency for 13 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 13 years
- Badge 49-21
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Blunt object; Shovel
- Offender Paroled after 3 years
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 9, 2022
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