Fort Worth Police Officer Brian Gentry dies after medical emergency

Fort Worth Police Officer Brian Gentry passed away on October 21 after suffering an unexpected medical emergency while on duty. Gentry, 53, was taken to a local hospital's emergency room on October 20 and subsequently died in the intensive care unit.

A member of the department since 2004, Gentry was assigned to the Fugitive Unit, serving as a U.S. Marshal's Task Force Officer. Police Chief Eddie Garcia described the loss as “deeply personal,” stating that Gentry’s passing will be felt by the many colleagues who worked alongside him. The department has not disclosed the specific nature of the medical emergency.