Obituary, Death: Jacob Derbin, 23, Euclid Police Officer Shot and Killed in the Line of Duty, Suspect Deshawn Vaughn Found Dead After Standoff
Jacob Derbin, a 23-year-old police officer with the Euclid Police Department, was shot and killed in the line of duty on Saturday night while responding to a disturbance call. The suspect, identified as Deshawn Vaughn, 24, was found dead after a standoff with police.
According to the Euclid Police Department, officers were dispatched to a home just before 10 p.m. on Saturday after a reported disturbance. The complainant told police that her child’s father, Deshawn Vaughn, had threatened to harm her and her mother. When officers arrived at the scene, the woman stated that Vaughn was on foot and possibly nearby.
As officers checked the backyard, Vaughn opened fire on them, ambushing Officer Jacob Derbin and shooting him. Officers returned fire, and Vaughn ran. Derbin was taken to the hospital, where he later died.
A massive manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies ensued, with residents reporting hearing 12 gunshots. The Ohio Attorney General’s office released photos of Vaughn and his vehicle, and he was later found in an apartment building by Northeast Ohio officers.
Vaughn died during a standoff at the apartment, and the cause of death is unknown. The standoff is being investigated by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
Officer Jacob Derbin was in his first year with the Euclid Police Department, having been sworn in on July 24, 2023. He was described by Euclid Police Chief Scott Meyer as “an amazing human being” with “a great heart” and “an incredible smile.”
The community is coming together to support Derbin’s family and the Euclid Police Department, with Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail urging residents to “come together in solidarity and support” to honor Derbin’s service and offer strength to one another in this time of grief.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost expressed his outrage and sadness at the senseless killing, stating that the perpetrator “will be found and will receive the full measure of justice.” Yost also noted the cruel irony of Derbin’s death on Mother’s Day, just as Police Memorial Week is about to begin.
Officer Jacob Derbin’s death is a tragic reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers every day, and his sacrifice will not be forgotten. He is survived by his family, loved ones, and the Euclid Police Department, who are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The investigation into the shooting and standoff is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available. For now, the community comes together to mourn the loss of a hero and to support those affected by this senseless tragedy.
In conclusion, the shooting of Officer Jacob Derbin is a tragic incident that has shaken the community, and his sacrifice will not be forgotten. The Euclid Police Department, the state of Ohio, and the nation are coming together to support Derbin’s family and to honor his service and memory.
The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately. The incident is a reminder of the importance of community support and solidarity in the face of tragedy.
