Belleair Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, June 13, 1993
Jeffery Warren Tackett
Officer Tackett was shot and killed as he was attempting to handcuff a prowler suspect. During a struggle the suspect was able to gain control of Officer Tackett's handgun and use it to shoot him. The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life.
Officer Tackett had served with the agency for 5 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 101
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
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