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In memory of
James "Matt" Madison Beard
May 16, 1865 - October 14, 1933
May 16, 1865 - Oct 14, 1933
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James "Matt"'s obituary
Buena Vista Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, October 14, 1933
JAMES MADISON BEARD
Chief of Police James Beard was shot and killed inside the Buesta Vista courthouse and jail, at 2110 Magnolia Avenue, with his own weapon by a prisoner he had transferred from Pennsylvania. The prisoner rushed Chief Beard, gained control of his weapon, and shot him twice.
Chief Beard had served with Buena Vista Police Department 37 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
BIO
Age 67
Tour 37 years
Badge CHIEF
INCIDENT DETAILS
Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Not available
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I never did know Matt Beard but he is my great uncle. My granddad's brother. Which was Walter Douglas Beard. He is buri…
I never did know Matt Beard but he is my great uncle. My granddad's brother. Which was Walter Dougl…
I never did know Matt Beard but he is my great uncle. My grandda…
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