Park Forest, IL – The Park Forest Police Department has announced the passing of Detective Tim Jones, nearly a decade after he was critically wounded in the line of duty during a 2016 shooting.
According to the department, Jones was shot multiple times in March 2016 while taking an armed suspect into custody. Though his injuries were severe, Jones survived and became a powerful symbol of perseverance and community support throughout Illinois.
“Tim fought back day after day, year after year,” Park Forest Police said in a statement. “He showed us what courage, resilience, and heart truly look like.”
For nearly 10 years, the community rallied around Jones through events, fundraisers, and the viral #TimStrong movement, which drew support statewide.
The department shared that Jones’ “long and difficult battle came to an end” this week. Funeral arrangements have not yet been finalized, but officials said details will be shared once available.
Police across Illinois — including Rockdale Police — have expressed condolences on social media, asking residents to keep Jones’ family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
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