Police Officer Jacob Candanoza, Terrell Police Department, Texas

Police Officer Jacob Candanoza

Terrell Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, December 8, 2024

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Jacob Candanoza

Police Officer Jacob Candanoza was shot and killed during a traffic stop at the 1600 block of South State Highway 34 in Terrell.

At 11:00 p.m., Officer Candanoza requested backup after initiating a traffic stop at the Motel 8 parking lot. A struggle ensued, and Officer Candanoza was shot. He was transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital, where he died from his wounds.

The suspect fled but was apprehended after crashing his truck during a pursuit.

Officer Candanoza was a United States Marine Corps veteran. He had served with the Terrell Police Department for over four months and previously served with the Dallas County Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 4 years, 4 months
Badge 6190
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender In custody

traffic stop

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Officer Candanoza,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC in the Persian Gulf. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 8, 2025