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Richard Allen Beck

Case from Vernon, TX dated Nov 17, 1991

Victim Details

Richard Allen Beck

Vernon

TX

1991-11-17

45

Richard

Allen Beck

06/20/2026

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Sergeant Richard Allen Beck, aged 45, was a dedicated officer with the Vernon Police Department in Vernon, Texas. On November 17, 1991, while responding to a domestic disturbance call at Yamparika Street and Sand Road, he was tragically shot and killed by a suspect. Sgt. Beck had served with the police force for 12 years and was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.

The suspect involved in Sgt. Beck's death was apprehended and later convicted of murder. The case highlighted the dangers ...
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