Montrell Jackson

Baton Rouge Police Department Corporal Montrell Jackson died in the line of duty on July 17, 2016.

Jackson was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Having been part of a tight-knit family, he enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends most. In his free time, Jackson loved to watch movies, read comic books, watch sports, and play video games. He and his wife, Trenisha, met while working at Walmart together. Jackson courageously asked for her phone number and the pair began their relationship shortly thereafter.

Jackson briefly attended Louisiana State University as an Engineering major, but later accepted his calling to protect and serve. In 2006, he graduated from the Baton Rouge Police Academy. He loved everything about his job, however, he especially enjoyed serving and impacting the youth in his community in a positive way. Jackson’s main goal was to make a difference in the lives of students while serving details in high schools. Throughout his honorable career, Jackson was awarded with a Letter of Commendation, Life Saving Act, Medal of Valor, and Medal of Honor. Upon responding to an incident in which a subject had possession of a firearm, Jackson and two other officers were shot and killed. He was 32 years old at the time of his passing.

Currently residing in Louisiana, Trenisha enjoys spending time with her son, Mason, attending concerts, shopping, traveling, and planning events. In the future, she is excited to continue to watch Mason grow as watching him thrive brings her so much joy. She is also looking forward to traveling more. Trenisha is grateful to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation for providing her with the gift of a mortgage-free home. Finally, she would like others to know that Jackson was an amazing husband and father, a gentle giant who was his family’s protector and provider. Trenisha is determined to keep his memory and legacy alive.

Baton Rouge Police Department Corporal Montrell Jackson is survived by his loving wife, Trenisha, and his son, Mason.