Charles Becker

Charles Becker, a former New York police captain, was electrocuted by the state. An August 1915 newspaper referred to his death while criticizing a clemency decision made in a separate case. His death came as the state carried out his sentence.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state

Reported by: news reports.

Source

• Evening Times-Republican, August 28, 1915, page 4 Evening Times-Republican, August 28, 1915