Police Officer William Chandler Bean, Jr., Sacramento Police Department, California

Police Officer William Chandler Bean, Jr.

Sacramento Police Department, California

End of Watch Tuesday, February 9, 1999

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William Chandler Bean, Jr.

Police Officer Bill Bean was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to stop a man wanted on an outstanding warrant.

The suspect vehicle pulled over and started to drive again, leading the officers on a low-speed pursuit. The vehicle stopped after becoming disabled in the area of Knightlinger Street and South Avenue. As Officer Bean exited the patrol car the man opened fire, striking him several times. One round entered through the armhole in his vest. Officer Bean's partner returned fire but did not strike the suspect, who was captured several hours later after a manhunt.

The man was convicted of Officer Bean's murder and was subsequently sentenced to life in prison without parole on December 18th, 2003.

Officer Bean had served with the Sacramento Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his parents, two brothers, and 11 nieces and nephews.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 8 years
Badge 772

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; 9 mm
Offender Sentenced to life

vehicle pursuit, warrant service

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I was just a little kid when Billy worked in Tahoe. My mom was a deputy with PCSO and she worked with Billy. Every time we were in the office, Billy played with me. He was like a dad and a best friend wrapped into one amazing person. A piece of me has always been lost since his passing. Every year, I reflect on today and I miss him so much. Billy truly cared about everyone and brought light with him everywhere he went. The world isn't the same without you Billy Bean.

Calli
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February 9, 2024