Law enforcement officials pay tribute to fallen Euclid officer

EUCLID, Ohio – Police departments across the state are honoring the life of 23-year-old Euclid Police Officer Jacon Derbin, who was shot and killed Saturday night after responding to a disturbance call.

According to authorities, a gunman opened fire after being dispatched to a home in the 300 block of East 211th Street just before 10 p.m. According to police, Derbin was shot and taken to a hospital where he later died from his injuries.

The suspect, Deshawn Anthony Vaugh, 24, was found dead at a Shaker Heights apartment complex after a standoff that lasted several hours with police.

Derbin, who was in his first year on the force, was engaged and planning a wedding in July, officials said.

Police departments across the state are paying tribute to the fallen officer in social media posts.

The Mentor Police Department wrote on its Facebook page: “Our hearts are heavy as we stand with the Euclid Police Department during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you following the tragic loss of your officer. Stay strong, Euclid PD. “We are here for you.”