Park Forest Detective Tim Jones dies nearly 10 years after shooting

PARK FOREST, Ill. (WLS) -- Detective Tim Jones has died nearly a decade after a shooting that left him paralyzed, Park Forest Police Department announced Thursday.

Detective Jones was 24 years old when he was shot in the head in March of 2016.

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The department wrote on Facebook, "Yesterday, Tim's long and difficult battle came to an end. And while our hearts are broken, we remain incredibly proud of the fight he gave. Tim will always be an inspiration and a reminder of the power of strength, faith, and the unwavering support of family and loved ones.

"We would also like to thank the community for that steadfast support throughout the years. From every blue porch light to the viral #TimStrong hashtag, we saw our community rally around Tim, and we are truly grateful.

"We ask that you keep Tim's family in your thoughts and respect their privacy as they navigate this unimaginable loss. Public funeral arrangements have not yet been finalized, but we will share them as soon as they become available."