Belleair Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, June 13, 1993
Add to My HeroesJeffery Warren Tackett
Officer Jeffery 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 31-year-old suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to life.
Officer Tackett had served with the Belleair Police Department for five 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
Most Recent Reflection
View all 58 ReflectionsI remember that day when that call came in about officer down. when I heard that come over the radio, my heart sunk. and I also remember when they had his patrol car parked in our fire department garage. And also, remember the day of his funeral service. I just want to say it was a very beautiful service. And the amount of respect that was shown to him and his wife. and have him and his wife and his child in my prayers.
John Bischoff
Former Bellaire Fire Department Volunteer 1993
January 25, 2025