Officer Jesse R. Parris, Fort Worth Police Department, Texas

Officer Jesse R. Parris

Fort Worth Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Tuesday, September 6, 1977

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Jesse R. Parris

Officer Jesse Parris was shot and killed after responding to a call of a man with a gun. Officer Parris encountered the suspect a block away from the address he was responding to. Officer Parris was shot once in the chest and killed as he attempted to arrest the suspect.

On August 1, 1979, the suspect, 57, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and received a 10 year suspended sentence and placed on probation.

Office Parris had served with the agency for 21 years.

Bio

Age 51
Tour 21 years
Badge 471

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to probation

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Officer Parris was my mom's uncle, she told me alot about him and what a great man and officer he was. Rest in peace uncle Jesse and thank you for your sacrifice

Melissa Rose Firefighter EMT-B
Terrell Volunteer Fire Dept

September 5, 2024