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Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
James L. Beck
- Rank: Policeman
- Serial Number: Unknown
- Division: Unknown
- Location: 2053 Dayton way
- Date Killed: Wednesday, January 28, 1931
- Cause of Death: Shot Answering a Disturbance Call
Rememberance
Policeman James Beck was shot and killed while investigating a disturbance in which a man had kidnapped his child during a custody dispute. The suspect was also wounded in the incident and later surrendered to police.
Policeman Beck succumbed to his wounds two days after the shooting.
Heroism. Valor. In memoriam.
Every day, the members of the LAPD put their lives on the line. We remember and honor the officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty who have lost their lives while serving the people of the City of Los Angeles.