Miami Beach Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Tuesday, March 20, 1928
Add to My HeroesDavid C. Bearden
Police Officer David Bearden was shot and killed in a shootout with two auto theft suspects near the intersection of Ocean Drive and 22nd Street.
Before succumbing to his injuries Officer Bearden was able to return fire and strike both suspects, fatally wounding one of them. The other suspect was convicted and released from jail in 1960.
Officer Bearden had served with the Miami Beach Police Department for four years. He was survived by his parents, two brothers, and five sisters.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender One shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsThank you for your Service sir.
May God Bless you and your family. We will never forget.
August 28, 2021
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