McHenry County Sheriff's Office, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, March 7, 2019
Add to My HeroesJacob Howard Keltner
Deputy Sheriff Jacob Keltner was shot and killed as he and other members of the Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force attempted to serve an arrest warrant in Rockford, Illinois.
The task force located the subject at a hotel at 747 North Bell School Road. They were attempting to arrest the man at 9:15 a.m. when he opened fire with a rifle, striking a woman who was staying with him. The man then exited the room and opened fire on officers who were outside, striking Officer Keltner.
The man then fled from the hotel and led officers on a pursuit that lasted over 150 miles. The vehicle became disabled on I-55 near Lincoln and the subject was taken into custody after barricading himself inside of it for several hours.
Deputy Keltner was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds approximately six hours after being shot.
Deputy Keltner had served with the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office for 13 years. He is survived by his wife, two young children, his father and brother who both work in DuPage County law enforcement, and other family members.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender In custody
Most Recent Reflection
View all 165 ReflectionsWe are so thankful for Jacob's service and so sorry for his family and friends' loss. We visited Crystal Lake beach and sat in the chair that serves as a memory for Jacob, not knowing it at the time until looking at the photos later. It is humbling to be reminded of the service and sacrifice our officers make to keep us safe. We are lifting up this family in prayer.
Jimmy and Karen Streelman
Community Members
July 15, 2021
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