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Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Local blood drive honors fallen officer Jacob Derbin's memory
EUCLID, Ohio (WJW) It is one of the easiest things you can do to help someone else. Giving blood takes just a little time, but it has a big impact on the lives of others. Giving blood is also one of the best ways to remember those whose lives had a big impact on others. Euclid police officer Jacob Derbin, 23, was killed in the line of duty last year. This spring, that commitment to service continues as his community honors his memory by giving life. 'It's something that we just thought of honoring him and his family. His mother is a nurse at Cleveland Clinic and they're just the greatest family. They've done a lot for Euclid and it's something we can use to remember Jacob Derbin for,' drive organizer Brittany Conoly said. New safety measures in place for St. Mary Magdalene Homecoming Festival There is a blood drive at Cleveland Clinic Euclid Hospital every other or month or so, but this blood drive, which is in it's second year, helps more than just the people who will receive blood. It helps the community not only remember Derbin but to carry on his memory through giving. 'My son worked with him in Euclid. My son's a police officer and it's important that everyone get out and donate blood.' Jim Ralph, of Euclid, said. It's also important for police officers to carry on as they continue the difficult work of protecting and helping their communities. 'We're just giving a little part of ourselves and this young officer gave all of himself in service to others, so this is just kind of a way to do your small part to recognize his memory and commitment and service because he really did so much for so many,' University Circle Police Chief Tom Wetzel said. Blossom posts warning to Jason Aldean fans The Red Cross will collect dozens of pints of blood from this drive and every drop will go to preserve someone's life. It's a good way to remember an officer who gave his life to help others. 'We lost a life, but this is a good way to give back to that,' Conoly said. Learn more about donating blood right here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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Father of murdered Euclid officer speaks out for first time: I-Team
EUCLID, Ohio (WJW) — This weekend marks one year since Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin was shot and killed in the line of duty. And for the first time, his father, a fellow officer, speaks out about loss of his hero, his son. 'It hurts,' said Euclid K-9 Officer Vince Trusso, father of Jacob Derbin. 'It hurts every single day.' Trusso, opened up to the I-Team, to share his story. Saying it is tough for him to believe his son died a year ago. Shake-up on Cleveland police consent decree case: I-Team 'It seems like last night ,' Trusso said. 'I keep thinking he is going to call.' Trusso said last year on May 11 he was off work when he got a call from his supervisor. 'I remember asking if he needed me and the dog and he said for me to get to the hospital,' Trusso said. 'That's when my heart sunk.' Jacob Derbin was shot and killed after he responded to a domestic call. The suspect hiding in the back yard of the victim's home, ambushed Derbin. Derbin was taken to the hospital and died a short time later. The suspect died by suicide the next day. Trusso worked with his son on the same department for less than a year but says he treasures the moments the two shared. He said a few times the two ended up on the same call and he remembers once searching for a suspect, and his son was behind him, watching his back. 'I never felt so secure. He was just a big wonderful guy, he was just a wonderful person,' Trusso said. 'I don't know if he wanted to follow my footsteps because he had his own way of doing things, but I watched my son in the 10 months with the Euclid Police Department become a man.' Euclid Police Chief Scott Meyer said the night the shooting happened, Jacob was more concerned about his fellow officers. He said Jacob yelled out a warning after being shot. 'He is the epitome of a hero,' Meyer said. 'He also returned fire and I believe that his actions and his vocalizations are what led to the safety of the two other officers that were with him.' Jacob's mother, Dawn, also told us it was her son's dream to become a police officer. She said he always looked up to his grandfather, who also was an officer. Jacob died just weeks before his wedding day. Trusso said the past year has been difficult adjusting to life without his son. He added that the love and strength he has received from his fellow officers has helped him return to work. 'Vince is my friend he's also a brother in our lives he's our union brother a police brother ,' said Euclid Detective Steve Shubert. 'We are a family here.' County executive wants money for Cleveland sports stadiums, but not Browns dome: I-Team Trusso said he wants to make sure Jacob is always remembered.'My life's changed completely, my whole family's life changed completely,' Trusso said. 'I really don't think there is anybody that can say anything bad about him. My hero.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Power outages in NE Ohio due to storms: Here's where
(WJW) — Thousands of AEP customers in Northeast Ohio are experiencing power outages on Tuesday afternoon as a storm rolls through the area. Grand jury clears officers in shooting that killed officer Jacob Derbin As of 10:30 p.m., the following Northeast Ohio counties are experiencing power outages, according to American Electric Power: Carroll: More than 2,400 Columbiana: More than 1,700 Coshocton: More than 1,800 Tuscarawas: More than 7,200 FirstEnergy is experiencing similar outages, with a few hundred reported around Northeast Ohio. Tornado Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued throughout the evening, but those have since expired. Training prepares Portage County first responders for swift-water rescues FirstEnergy and Cleveland Public Power have not yet reported any major outages for their customers in Northeast Ohio. Click here for the most up-to-date forecast. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
