Arlington police officer Jillian Michelle Smith was tragically killed in the line of duty earlier this week. Officer Smith was responding to a domestic violence call when she was shot and killed. She is credited with using her quick thinking, her body and ultimately her life to save an 11-year-old girl. The child and Officer Smith were caught in fire directed by the child's father to the child's mother. After killing the child's mother and Officer Smith, the father, Barnes Samuel Nettles, shot and killed himself.
Crimes and intentional acts of violence cause many workplace tragedies in Texas. If you or someone in your family has been hurt or killed while on the job, we are here to help protect the rights of the survivors during these difficult times. Call Fears | Nachawati at 1.866.705.7584 to find out how we can help.