Patrolman Finlay Beaton

Patrolman Finlay Beaton | Superior Police Department, Wisconsin
Superior Police Department, Wisconsin
Patrolman Finlay Beaton

Superior Police Department, Wisconsin

End of Watch Sunday, July 27, 1919

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Finlay Beaton

Patrolman Finlay Beaton was shot and killed while approaching Kinney's Meat Market at 1108 Tower Avenue in Superior around 2:00 a.m.

Several burglary suspects had just blown open a safe. As they made their escape out of the back alley, they shot Patrolman Beaton as he ran after them.

Another officer found Patrolman Beaton, who was unable to identify the men. He succumbed to his wounds five hours later.

The suspects stole over $1400 and were never apprehended.

Patrolman Beaton was survived by his wife and two small children.

Bio

  • Age 48
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender At large

robbery

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Imagine - he was born a few
years after the Civil War! Incredible history he likely saw, , and yet he served later to ultimately give his life for that service and his country. God Bless You and Thank You for your service through eternity!

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Berlin Police Department, WI

July 27, 2024

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