A manhunt is currently underway in Ohio for the suspect who killed a military veteran and police officer named Jacob Derbin, who had only been with the Euclid Police Department for less than a year. Derbin was ambushed and killed by a gunman while responding to a disturbance call at a residence on Saturday night. The suspect, Deshawn Anthony Vaughn, is still at large and considered armed and extremely dangerous. Multiple law enforcement agencies are assisting in the search for Vaughn, who is believed to be driving a white 2017 Volkswagen Passat with a temporary license plate.
Euclid Police Chief Scott Meyer described Officer Derbin as an incredible person with a great heart and an amazing smile. Derbin had been with the department for just 10 months before his tragic death. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost vowed to ensure that justice is served for Derbin and his family. Governor Mike DeWine also offered his condolences to the community of Euclid and announced that all flags would be flown at half-staff in honor of Officer Derbin’s life and service. Derbin was engaged to be married, and his family and loved ones are grieving the loss of a beloved member who had served his country in Kuwait before joining the police force.
The suspect, Deshawn Anthony Vaughn, is a convicted felon and was wanted for violating the conditions of his community supervision. He is described as being around 6’3, 215 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police believe he fled the scene of the ambush and may still be driving the white Volkswagen Passat mentioned earlier. Anyone with information on Vaughn’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Euclid Police Detective Bureau or the U.S. Marshal’s Service. The community is in shock and mourning the loss of Officer Derbin, a young and dedicated officer who had a promising future ahead of him.
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost expressed his anger and sorrow at the loss of Officer Derbin, especially noting the cruel irony of his death on Mother’s Day and during Police Memorial Week. Governor Mike DeWine emphasized the bravery and dedication of Officer Derbin and expressed his condolences to his family and fellow officers. The tragedy has deeply affected the community of Euclid and those who knew and worked alongside Officer Derbin. The search for the suspect continues, with law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to bring him to justice and provide closure for the family and loved ones of Officer Derbin.
As the investigation and search for the suspect continue, the community is coming together to remember Officer Derbin’s service and sacrifice. Flags are being flown at half-staff across public buildings in honor of his life and dedication to protecting his community. The loss of Officer Derbin has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and colleagues, who are mourning the senseless and tragic loss of a young officer with a promising future ahead of him. The commitment and bravery shown by Officer Derbin will not be forgotten, and efforts to bring the suspect to justice are ongoing as the community strives to cope with the loss and remember the life of a dedicated public servant.
