Jacob Tyler McClanahan, of Corydon, Indiana was shot and killed Monday evening while attempting to aid a police officer who was responding to a report of a stranded motorist on SR 135 south of Palmyra. As the officer arrived, Jacob also stopped to assist. Within seconds of exiting their cars, shots were fired; killing Jacob.

Our hearts ache today over the senseless and tragic loss of such a young caring person who was only trying to help. Jacob was an amazing young man that would do anything for anyone and was a great asset to our community. Please help his family by donating whatever you can to ease the cost of his funeral expenses.