Asst. Chief Kevin Linn Palmer - North Richland Hills Police Dept. - TX - True Life Hero

Kevin Linn Palmer
- May. 01, 2024 -

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North Richland Hills Police Dept. Patch

Resided:	TX, USA
Born:	Oct. 11, 1979
Fallen:	May. 01, 2024
Race/Sex:	Caucasian Male / 44 yrs. of age
	Agency
Dept:	North Richland Hills Police Dept. - TX 4301 City Point Dr. North Richland Hills, TX 76180 USA (817)427-7000
County:	Tarrant
Dept. Type:	Municipal/Police
Hero's Rank:	Asst. Chief
Sworn Date:	2/2004
FBI Class:	Death - Natural
Weapon Class:	Heart
Agency URL:	Click Here
Badge:	618
On The Job:	20 years

Bio: Kevin Palmer was born in McAllen, TX and grew up in Mission, Texas where he attended Sharyland High School and graduated in 1998. After graduating high school, Kevin attended the University of Texas A&M and then attended the community college of the Air Force after joining the United States Air Force in 2003. During his service in the U.S.A.F. he was awarded the Air Force outstanding unit award, small arms expert award, and received a marksmanship ribbon award.

On February 13, 2004, Kevin began his law enforcement career with the North Richland Hills Police Department. Before being promoted to the rank of sergeant, Kevin was a Field Training Officer, a Drug Recognition Expert, a member of our SWAT team, and a member of the Honor Guard. Kevin was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2012 where he served in many different capacities as Sergeant. From 2012 through 2018 Kevin served as sergeant in the Community Resources Division, Uniformed Services Division, and the Criminal Investigations Division.

In 2018 Kevin was promoted to Lieutenant where he served in the Uniformed Services Division until 2020. In January 2020, Kevin was promoted to the rank of Captain where he served the Community Resources Division and the Uniformed Services Division. In July 2023, Kevin was promoted to Assistant Chief where he was responsible for overseeing the operations bureau of our department.

Throughout his law enforcement career, Assistant Chief Palmer continued his education both on a personal and professional path. Kevin attended many programs and obtained many certifications to include: Master�s Peace Officer License, Basic Instructor and Firearms Proficiency license, attended the Police Executive Research Forum in 2021, was a member of the Institute for Law Enforcement Administration, and a 2022 graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy. In the 20 years that Assistant Chief Kevin Palmer served our community he received over 40 award records including: many Meritorious Service awards, several personal and supervisor commendations and a lifesaving award.

Kevin had a personal and real relationship with our Heavenly Father and spent his life sharing the Father�s love with his twin boys. He adored his wife Kelli and devoted his entire being to loving and providing for her every need. Their happiest times were spent doing family activities, from boardgames, to hiking, to movie nights, trips and backyard BBQ�s. Kevin was happiest surrounded by his family. When life's struggles hit, nothing relaxed Kevin more than the old country gate shutting behind his truck as he drove to the deer stand with both boys in tow.

Survived by:

Kelli - Wife
and two sons

Fatal Incident Summary

Offender:	No Info
Location:	TX USA Tue. Apr. 30, 2024
Summary:	Assistant Chief Kevin Palmer suffered a fatal heart attack after completing a mandatory physical fitness test at 4301 City Point Drive in North Richland Hills on April 30, 2024. After collapsing, resuscitation efforts were immediately administered. He was transferred to Medical City North Hills Hospital where he was unable to be revived. He remained on life support until his organs could be donated.
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Last Updated: Jul. 09, 2024