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City of Arvada
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8101 Ralston Road
Arvada, CO 80002
Fallen Officers Memorial Page
During the course of the Arvada Police Department's history, two officers have been killed in the line of duty.
Officer Robert G. Beghtol
Officer Beghtol started his career with the Arvada Police Department on December 15, 1958. He came to the Arvada Police Department after serving in the United States Army. One July 28, 1961, Officer Beghtol died during Scuba Diving Unit practice at the lake near 60th and Tennyson.
Officer W. Michael Northey
Officer Mike Northey joined the Arvada Police Department on February 20, 1978. He was struck and killed by a vehicle after he stopped two motorcycle riders on August 11, 1979. Not only is there an Arvada park named after Officer Northey, but members of the Explorer’s Post are eligible to apply for scholarships each year in Officer Northey’s name through the W. Michael Northey Foundation.
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