Captain Arthur M. Beilein, North Tonawanda Police Department, New York

Captain Arthur M. Beilein

North Tonawanda Police Department, New York

End of Watch Sunday, October 9, 1949

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Arthur M. Beilein

Captain Beilein died after being overcome by carbon monoxide fumes. He had responded to a residential home where a body had been found and had remained at the scene. The initial belief was that the homeowner had suffered a heart attack. As Captain Beilein waited for the coroner another man at the scene collapsed. Emergency workers were called as it was believed this man had suffered a heart attack too.

Captain Beilein collapsed a short time later and died. His death occurred on his 58th birthday. He had served with the North Tonawanda Police Department for 25 years.

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Age 58
Tour 25 years
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Cause Exposure to toxins

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Capt. Beilein,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of North Tonawanda. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 9, 2024