Police Officer Jacob Derbin, Euclid Police Department, Ohio

Police Officer Jacob Derbin

Euclid Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, May 11, 2024

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Jacob Derbin

Police Officer Jacob Derbin was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call in the 300 block of East 211th Street at about 9:55 pm.

He was ambushed by a subject after he arrived at the location. The man who shot him, a convicted felon and was wanted for violating conditions of his community supervision, fled the scene.

Officer Derbin was transported to University Hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds.

The suspect was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound the next day.

Officer Derbin was a United States Army National Guard veteran and had served with the Euclid Police Department for 10 months. He is survived by his mother, father, three brothers, a sister, and fiancée.

Bio

Age 23
Tour 10 months
Badge 14
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Committed suicide

ambush, convicted felon, disturbance

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Officer Derbin,
From what I've seen and heard, you were an amazing officer, fiancé, friend, and son.
And I wish I could've met you. You were one of the biggest reasons why I chose to go to Euclid. Your dedication to this career, and to putting your brothers and sisters before yourself Is inspiring. No one will ever forget the sacrifice you made.
Even in silence, your impact speaks volumes. I promise to honor your legacy, and to carry it every step forward.

Rest easy, Officer Derbin

Dylan Hinz - Euclid PD

November 4, 2025