Mexia Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, August 3, 1999
Add to My HeroesLarry Clark Jacobs
Officer Larry Jacobs suffered a fatal heart attack after a foot chase in 100 degree weather.
Officer Jacobs was able to arrest the suspect and put him in a cruiser when he suffered the heart attack. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Officer Jacobs had been employed with the Mexia Police Department for 20 years, and is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Jacobs,
On today, the 26th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mexia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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