Vernon Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, November 17, 1991
Add to My HeroesRichard Allen Beck
Sergeant Beck was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at Yamparika Street and Sand Road just West of the First Christian Church.
The suspect was apprehended and convicted of Sergeant Beck's murder.
Sergeant Beck had served with the agency for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Convicted of murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsI had the honor and privilege to work side by side with Sgt. Richard Allen Beck at Vernon Police Department. Not only was Richard a Police partner and colleague, but also a personal friend.
I also, unfortunately, had the hardest job...The response and Criminal Investigation of his death by Capital Murder on the early morning of November 17, 1991, when Richard was called to a domestic violence call.
The circumstances and scene were hard to grasp and experience. But as always, I put the personal feelings aside and investigate the crime.
Richard was one at Vernon PD (as with all PDs) that stood out. Mild mannered. Funny, contagious laugh. He had a natural gift to help people.
You will always be honored
Detective Lynn Collins
Fellow (Former) LE Officer At Vernon PD
April 27, 2025
