Funeral today Tim Jones: Community to honor life of Park Forest detective at Tinley Park High School who died after shooting
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In Park Forest, Illinois, Detective Tim Jones, who was left paralyzed by a shooting nearly ten years ago, has passed away. The community plans to pay tribute to his life this Saturday.

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Back in March 2016, Jones was just 24 when he suffered a gunshot wound to the head while responding to a burglary incident.

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This Saturday, Tinley Park High School, where Jones once studied, will host a celebration to honor his memory.

Detective Tim Jones has died nearly a decade after a shooting that left him paralyzed, Park Forest Police Department announced Thursday.
Detective Tim Jones has died nearly a decade after a shooting that left him paralyzed, Park Forest Police Department announced Thursday.

The schedule includes a public walk-through from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a special walk-through for first responders from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The commemorative service is set to commence at 2 p.m., celebrating the life and legacy of Detective Jones.

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Jones was shot and paralyzed after working for the Park Forest police department for less than a year.

It was the first time a Park Forest officer had been shot in the line of duty in over 20 years, officials said.

“Tim will always be an inspiration and a reminder of the power of strength, faith, and the unwavering support of family and loved ones,” the Park Forest Police Department said in a statement. “While our hearts are broken, we remain incredibly proud of the fight he gave.”

See ABC7’s previous coverage here:

– Police officer critically injured, man killed in Park Forest

-1 year after shooting, Park Forest officer recovering from injuries

-Park Forest honors police officer paralyzed in line of duty shooting

-Park Forest Detective Tim Jones dies nearly 10 years after shooting

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