SOLVED: 💔 Missing 24-year-old Jacob VanZant Found
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- Witness the harrowing journey of Jacob VanZant's family in this two-part docuseries as they navigate the heart-wrenching disappearance of their beloved son, brother, and friend. Led by Jared and his dedicated team of civilian divers, the series unravels the relentless search, the crucial discovery, and the emotional recovery 60 days after Jacob vanished, which brings answers to a haunting mystery.
🎬.. Jacob VanZant Two-Part Docuseries
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Day 1
VANISHED at 24: The Search for Jacob VanZant Begins
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Day 2 (This Video)
SOLVED: 💔 Missing 24-year-old Jacob VanZant Found
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Day one plunges us into the depths of despair as we meet Joanna, Jacob's anguished mother, and Jessica, his devoted sister, who share their determination to find him. Jacob, 24 years old, went missing while on a mission to deliver sushi from a local restaurant in Lodi to his girlfriend in Stockton. The search begins at the last known cell phone ping, a bridge just east of the area.
Guided by Jared's expertise and aided by an unwavering community of family and friends, the search scours the treacherous waters, driven by the urgency to find Jacob. They explore the ferry crossing, a critical location due to its proximity to the road where a high-speed accident could lead to tragedy. The team discovers multiple submerged vehicles, meticulously diving into each one, hoping to unveil the answers they desperately seek.
Day Two: Triumph Amidst Tragedy
Part two unfolds with a surge of anticipation as Jared's team zeroes in on the pivotal breakthrough. After extensive sonar scanning, they identify a vehicle of interest near the ferry crossing resembling Jacob's white Honda Pilot. With a mix of hope and trepidation, the divers navigate the depths, clinging to the possibility of closure for Jacob's family.
The moment of truth arrives as the wreckage of Jacob's vehicle is located, with its front gravely damaged. It becomes apparent that Jacob fought fiercely for survival, evidenced by the closed side windows and his valiant attempts to escape out the broken rear window. The tragic nature of the accident unfolds, revealing that Jacob's untimely demise was the result of a high-speed collision with the water and drunk driving.
With the absence of foul play, the docuseries delves into the intricate details of the recovery operation. Jared, alongside local authorities, ensures the utmost care and respect as Jacob's body is carefully extracted from the vehicle. The license plate, bearing the unique identifier 5JBC311, serves as a poignant reminder of Jacob's presence and the answer it brings to his grieving family.
Through candid interviews, raw emotions, and personal accounts, the docuseries provides an intimate look into the profound impact of Jacob's disappearance on his loved ones and the resilience they display during this unimaginable tragedy. It underscores the significance of community support, the unwavering pursuit of truth, and the healing power that comes with finding answers.
Unveiling the mystery in the search for Jacob stands as a testament to the enduring strength of family bonds and the extraordinary efforts made by compassionate individuals to bring solace to those left behind. Prepare to embark on an emotional journey filled with sorrow, hope, and the indomitable spirit of a family determined to find their lost loved one.
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Based on our assessment and the family's perspective, it is believed that Jacob remained conscious when his vehicle plunged into the water. As the impact triggered the airbag and water began rushing through the broken front windshield, the side windows remained intact and could not be shattered nor could the doors be opened. In a desperate attempt to escape, Jacob swiftly maneuvered toward the broken rear window. However, he became entangled with the rear headrests, ultimately taking his last breath while halfway out of the vehicle. It is the shared belief that had Jacob possessed a Window Breaker to swiftly shatter a side window, he could have escaped within seconds instead of grappling with the challenge of traversing two rows of seats and exiting through the rear window. This poignant observation highlights the potential for a different outcome had the means for quick escape been readily available, leaving us to ponder the possibilities and the heartbreaking "what ifs."
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It was so sad to see he could've made it out but didn't. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. Thank you so much again Jared and everyone involved for helping to bring closure to his family ❤
How do you prepare yourselves mentally when you encounter vehicles with bodies in them? That to me, would be just absolutely heart breaking to try and deal with.
I was watching a recovery from the Adventures with purpose partners "Chaos Divers." They were recovering possible suicide that was days, possibly one week old. Not sure if it was considered a suicide or not, but when they found said vehicle, it wasn't anything but a shiny glare on sonar. No part of it resembled a vehicle whatsoever. In Jacob's case, he and his vehicle were under water for several weeks. That glare that Jacob's vehicle made resembled something new to being underwater for a short period of time. Sonar reflected off a smooth surface.
Compartmentalization and downtime. Be grateful for every moment you have and those who choose to be a part of this beautiful life with you.
Thank you for everything you do!!
When the policeman said watch his head. The compassion was beautiful. Thank you
That's the level of respect everyone should have to human bodies and yeah, that sheriff should be very proud of his officers.
I always feel it’s an honour to take them to their families/last resting place. I talk to them and tell them what’s going on even if they can’t hear me. They are still people even when gone from their mortal shell. ❤
Truly touched my heart honestly 🥺🫶🏼
That absolutely brought me to tears ❤
I appreciated that too.
That scan is so haunting I don’t have words for it. That’s horrifying.
So horrifying it chills to the bone
Made me think of when one goes for the first baby scan☹and ironically his last is also a scan. May his mom and family find peace.
same like damn
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The "Its alright buddy, Lets go pull you up now". Had me crying, Thank you for taking him back to his family.
u soft lol
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@@fyb3x890shut up
That was beautiful
@@fyb3x890how are they soft? Jacob was an actual person.
Jacobs mother saying "I trust you with him" damn near broke my heart. What a sweet woman, I hope she's doing alright
The "alright come on buddy" nearly brought me to tears, the fact that he still treats him like a person and not like an objective just goes to show the care. You are doing great work man.
Exactly! And the officers too saying "watch his head"
Totally agree
It did bring me to tears
God bless 🙏 condolences to Jacobs family and loved ones.reunited with his baby 😢
JARED AND HIS MEN DO SUPER GREAT WORK
I would be haunted for a long time knowing my child died fighting for their life completely alone. But I would rather know thats how they died as opposed to not knowing at all. You guys are real living angels.
Knowing is everything!
I from uk,I watch what you guys do and what a fantastic thing you do ,to find someone is truly missed by the the people who miss them so much. I know how they feel as my wife died 6 years ago and I miss her so much I know the the feeling of loss.I hope you guys get all the support you deserve well done 💖
Right, my best friend from 4 years old tell 19 years old found dead in a creek. We had drug issues then and his mom told me a tumor.... I don't believe it and won't while we talked daily and hanged out daily.... I know it wasn't a tumor I don't know which drug.... 4 years wondering and it's still killing me.
Edit, he slip on a rock and was knocked out head down in a creek.
@@coryfergusonI’m so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you will get the peace you need and deserve. (((hugs))) 🙏🏼🇨🇦
When you drown the fight is mere seconds once it starts. I drowned at age 13 and CPR was done to bring me back. It is a very peaceful way to die. It is not painful at all
The way you sat with the mother and said you would choose drowning...that was the perfect thing to say in that moment.
I thought it was an absolutely wild thing to say knowing that kid died fully conscious and struggling to be free. He lost me there , entirely
@@Mikefantasia22 He said it that way she wouldn't think her son suffered.
Ahhh mike C'mon. Everybody knows he said it to give her some peace. Actually there is far worse ways to die and to be fair he's a diver so perhaps he was just being completely honest with stating that drowning would be his preferred way of passing. I don't think anybody wants to pass over suffering. Sadly as it is it would have only been minutes and he would have gasped for breath and his lungs filled with water, its really that quick... as opposed to someone slowly dying from cancer or dementia.
I dunno y'all. I heard that drowning while terrifying in the beginning only because of those survival instincts, becomes quite peaceful in the end. Like the last minute or so is peaceful, and you don't even feel it.
That's what I've read from people who have drowned but we're resuscitated. This one guy said suddenly the urge to breathe just went away and he was just aware of everything around him and the next thing he knew he was coughing up water on the shore and was way out of it.
@@Mikefantasia22while nobody wants to drown, what he was likely referring to is that multiple studies show that you will actually pass out before the actual drowning and coroners have found minimal stress to the body compared to other unnatural causes of death. Obviously the initial panic and survival instinct is there, but he wouldn’t have had much in the way of pain, he would’ve just passed out and it wouldn’t have lasted very long. Other than carbon monoxide poisoning when you go to sleep, it’s considered one of the fastest and most painless ways to die. I’m sure any comfort he could give to that mom in that moment, he reached for it.
The fact that there are several uncovered cars in the water there is so disturbing to me. The scan of him is so haunting.
I was thinking about this too. It makes you wonder if there are other missing people in those cars, if so my heart breaks for them and their families as well. I feel thankful living in a state inland because most of the waterways around CO are far from the rode. I also cannot believe how that entrance didn't have a gate or cameras. I think the city should take all those cars out as well as installing the proper safety measures including cameras to make sure that if someone does go into the water they are quickly found. I hope his mother is doing okay, this is so heartbreaking
How does a car fall in a river??@@ChloeSkippy_
It is very obvious that this area has been a trouble spot for decades, also, it could have been a ditching ground for insurance fraud.
The easy access would have made it a likely choice.
I feel for his girlfriend. First to lose their baby and now to lose him. To be the only survivor of a little family of 3. I can't imagine the pain. Prayers to his girlfriend and family 🙏
Wife, not girlfriend.
@@gigiitsme7236Does it honestly matter no it doesn’t
@@Renwick19yes it does lol.
Your right she was his girlfriend, not his wife. 1:08
Please keep an extra watch for his girlfriend!
The 4 officers in this video deserve commendations for the amount of dignity and respect that they showed to Jacob when bringing him onto their boat.
Yes I agree 1000% they didn't just see it as a body but a person who moved into the next phase where ever we go after this life.
Sorry they did the absolute minimum I would expect from a decent human being - don’t get me wrong they did a good job - but it’s actually worrying that this doesn’t seem to be the standard anymore and one needs to commend the police (or anyone) for simply being descent…
@4legs4paws55 you sound miserable. honestly, why do you have to be so negative?
They were great.
why should you heap praise on someone for doing the things they're supposed to do? i have never understood this mindset. we're not dealing with kids here - we're talking about grown adults.
Seeing the down image and literally seeing him is gut wrenching. That's some of the most amazing, powerful yet heartbreaking images I've ever seen.
I felt the chills. And the gut wrenching. I do this for a living, and the relief along with the sadness is awful.
My cousin drowned and was in the lake for about 3 days. At his funeral, only immediate family were given the open casket funeral and I can say he was completely unrecognizable. Knowing what I know on what happens to a human body after being underwater for an extended period of time, I commend you for doing this for the family. I can only imagine what he must have looked like and I hope you guys continue with your service no matter how difficult it must be at times. Thank you for your service ❤
It probably would've been better had you had a closed casket funeral - that isn't what you want your last memory of a loved one to be.
@@Madison-iw8ix The family chose to have an open casket funeral. It was needed for closure.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It is obviously a tough decision to decide what truly happened for closure, or to have information undisclosed to allow less trauma.
Either way, I hope your family is doing ok and again, I’m sorry for your loss.
Heartbreaking! I will never forget the sonar image and the desperate struggle for his last chance to reach the surface ultimately losing the battle. So close and yet so far.Truly gut wrenching. I will never forget it. The family by having an open casket let his memory live forever by accepting him in his final form loving him unconditionally for what he was and how he lost his life fighting to come back to his loved ones. Truly inspirational. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort in having him home again and at peace.
This is one of the most heart wrenching rescues of deceased ever. That sonar scan image was so tragic and shocking. I can't believe how such a dangerous road intersection can be allowed next to a waterway. Going by the damage to the car the impact into water must have been at very high speed.
You took all the words in your post out of my mouth!!! Sad tragedy that could of been prevented
It’s out in the Delta. It’s not in the city. Everyone who lives in that area makes a choice of how fast they drive on those levees. There is posted speed limits as well. This Delta is over 1100 miles of waterways in three counties. It empties into the Bay Area. Just think if it had been Tule fog as well. So sorry for the loss of this young man.
Being so close to escape.. Knowing..
You can’t believe that intersection is allowed to be like that? The govt can’t save everyone from themselves - unfortunately he was intoxicated and had an accident. It’s no one’s fault but his own as hard as that is to say.
The levee system in California is like that unfortunately. This is a problem throughout the Central Valley.
Knowing that Jared doesn’t usually work with the “fresh” ones, this will have an emotional impact on him especially, for a long time. Just the sudden coming face to face with Jacob when he went down to check the vehicle had to be startling and emotional. But in the midst of all that, Jared talking to him while removing him showed tremendous respect. Thank you for all you do for these victims and families.
my uncle was a sar diver and he quit because he couldnt deal with with the things he saw anymore
@@jhonthewolf I will do my best to send healing thoughts.
First the sonar...I'm sobbing, and then Jared goes down... I'm sobbing...Jared goes to bring him up...what a gut punch. Jacob's mom, his girlfriend... Jesus... I can't even imagine. I've watched a number of these now and this is the saddest one yet.
It's truly a miracle they found him so quickly. Had it been another six months, Jacob wouldn't be there anymore - he'd've been swept away by the river.
@@Madison-iw8ix Or more gruesomely a boat runs him over with the propeller. The car looks like it got whacked by a couple boats already.
The poor guy fought as hard as he could, and ALMOST made it out. That's no small feat, swimming over two rows of seats and out of the back glass. He was so close. A fighter to the end. Rest in peace, Jacob VanZant.
I could feel this moms heartbreak when he called her and said " i have your son" . Her life has forever changed and my heart goes out to her and the family. This is precious work that you all do. And i think the way you inform the famalies is with tact, respect and a lot of compassion. Bless yóu all ❤
Seeing he tried his hardest to get out and survive broke my heart
I honestly don’t think he was trying to get out. I feel like with an impact like that he was dead or at least unconscious from the wreck and his body was trying to float out of there as it decomposed and became buoyant.
@@jj3449read the pinned comment
@@jj3449 seems unlikely that his body would naturally come out the back like that, moving past the seats and the headrest.
@@jj3449no. Doesnt work like that. And w 1 arm up and the other down...he was trying to get out. Whatever he was snagged on from the waist down held him in place. He died in mid swimming stroke. And that's the saddest thing I think I've ever seen.
I am overwhelmed by your courage to remove him from the vehicle. What a honor to be able to do that. My heart breaks for his mother. He looked like an amazing son. 😢
Amen to that! The tears came when Jared said something like “Ok buddy let’s get you out”. Uff.😢
I'll say it again. Jared, yours is a Holy Calling. Well done, good and faithful servant.....
They usually don't bring the bodies out first. That poor mother. 😢
His body was already out, he just got stuck, he almost made it. He's home now. Prayers for his mother and family.
@Cathy Swaim it is indeed the hardest of all rescue jobs. Being under water all alone, searching - and finding - people who have passed on, not only requires a lot of focus and energy during the intervention, but a whole lot of mental work afterwards as well. And it doesn't get easier or ever becomes a routine. Every intervention is personal and different. As a rescue diver, I can still see all of them when I close my eyes. I am fortunate enough to have one memory of a live one who went on to pass on several years later of old age instead of under his tractor that had rolled over into a pond... With the work Jared does, it is virtually impossible for him to find such consoling experiences, so he deserves every credit and praise for doing what he does. We can only hope that he finds solace in the peace he creates in people's hearts and that he has a solid coping mechanism in place...
This one has broken my heart like none before . To see the image of that boy half way out of the vehicle , knowing how close he came to escaping and how hard he fought was truly devastating. I pray the family can start to heal and find some sort of closure. Thank you to Jared and all of the team for finding this young man. 🙏🏻
The fact that he was so close to getting out, is so incredibly heartbreaking. RIP Jacob
The way Jared said “oh Jacob” made my heart hurt. RIP Jacob and I’m sorry for your loss to the family.
Very sad
The way Jared was talking to Jacob as he was freeing him. Was something special. Even the officers on the boat “watch his head “ they handled him with care & respect. R.I.P Jacob . You’re free now 💫
Brought tears to my eyes
I got emotional as soon as he started talking to Jacob and the officers were phenomenal as well. They treated Jacob with such love and dignity.
“Oh, there he is” let the next lifetime of trauma peruse. I couldn’t imagine. I have infinite respect for these men and what they do. Truly incredible.
Whatever anyone thinks about Jared … his empathy and respect on this case must have meant the world to this family.
This brought me to TEARS. I lost my son to a drowning in 2017. He was only 15. That pain in the mom’s voice I know all too well. I had to wait 6 hours for sonar because the city didn’t have one readily available. The waiting, the hoping and praying. Jared what you do for people…You have no idea. You are a BLESSING to a lot of families.
To mom: my heart aches for you. Sending you as many hugs as you can take.
RIH sweet Jacob. 🙏🏾😢
Im so sorry. I wish i could hug you right now.
“Joanna, I have your son.”
_-Sound of _*_every_*_ mothers’ heart shattering into a million tiny pieces._
I'm so sorry for your loss. 💔
Rest in peace to your darling son
I am so sorry
The care that the officers showed while putting Jacob's body into the boat was incredible. The level of respect is amazing and great to see.
I agree, but I think it also had a lot to do with not damaging the body before autopsy
Well, it would be bad, if it starts falling apart...
Yeah, I have to bring deceased to the morgue at work sometimes and it's NOT easy. You wanna be as careful as possible and respectful but they're sometimes so incredibly heavy
@@marissaghost Call me cynical, but I think it mostly had something to do with the cameras that were on them.
First they must know its not foul play involved.
This one is heartwrenching. To know, he was so close to being safe, just hurts. Praying for his family and loved ones. This one is gonna stick with me forever. Thank you for all you do, AWP.
You can just hear the sadness by everyone. When the law enforcement said “watch his head” I almost cried. In such a sad time it really shows how much law enforcement officers care about us. Keep doing what you guys do
YES YES YES AMEN AMEN AMEN
after 25 years working as a detective, I have worked on many Missing Persons reports. Jared you and your team have done some amazing things. So many missing person's reports go unsolved. With you passion and determination you have done what many agencies either can't do or don't do. No case goes unsolved until every single lead is exhausted. God bless you guys!
Word.
God bless you and keep you safe sir 🙏❤️
What are your thoughts on the back of his car looking as if it was rear ended? I only ask because you said you were a detective. It dosnt seem like it was a boat.I didn't see anything in the recovery that would have caused it.not to make something out of nothing ,its just bothering me.
@@NarrativeOfficial you can see that it bumps when they tried to recover it, many scene was cut from the video, so my opinion is, its just a bump from the recovery.
Thank you for the cases solved in your years as a detective. I may not know you, but God bless you.
Two words of gratitude for the police officers on the scene: one for recognizing and respecting the experience and expertise of the diving team, but another more importantly, for handling Jacob with dignity. These are fine officers and exemplary humans.
Yes so much Respect as they where picking him up. Loved to See such care
Unlike that other department that had to issue and apology for how the detective acted… all agencies should know and respect him more
I'm glad that this department actually cares about getting the remains out, unlike those who dealt with Dan's car and spilled anything that was left of him out into the river.
@@Madison-iw8ix I feel very foolish asking this. I do not remember a Dan. Is it possible you mean Donnie? (Donald) Messier.
Yeah, Donnie. I don't know why I was thinking he was Dan. 😅
55 year old man hear crying like a baby thank you for your compassion and the police compassion of a bad situation. Lord I ask you to bless this family with understanding and peace.
If I were the police chief and the supervisor of these officers, I would have promoted these men immediately after the video. The compassion and respect for the dead is truly incredible.
The way Jared speaks to Jacob while he is bringing him out speaks so many words, you have to have a good soul to respect someone like that
Amen 🙏
Despite the blur, seeing the body is just heart wrenching. The effort to escape, the loss of their daughter… he wanted to be there for her. He wanted to escape. It’s absolutely awful.
That's the son not the daughter
@@orbitingdecay6797 Have you not watched the video.
@@orbitingdecay6797 ur an idiot. This isn't the place to be eager for an argument.
@@orbitingdecay6797 Jacob and his girlfriend lost a daughter
My late husband died of suicide in Rocky Mountain National Park. Hikers found him, and disrespected his remains, as they found him 45 minutes after he jumped to his death. They took pictures and sent them to their friends and video calling him a loser. The park rangers and FBI told me days later during the investigation. No charges or harshness was given to those animals who thought it was funny and hurt our family. Dealing with FBI since it was on federal land they were not kind to us neither were rangers, the only kind persons involved was the reporters and the law enforcement of Fort Collins. Thank you AWP for your thoughtfulness and comforting compassion for the victim and his familyies.
That’s so sick i’m sorry. My condolences
People are so heartless 😢 I’m sorry you had to deal with that on top of losing your husband
I’m so very sorry. ❤For you ❤For your husband
I’m soooo sorry 🥀 Some “people” are just cruel. You deserved better ! 💔
I will never understand why people do these things. I would think it’s not the normal response. If I were a hiker I would understand the dangers and sadness regardless. My condolences to you.
The pain I felt when I heard the mother yelling when jacobs body floated up, and hearing her say “my baby”.
"Come on buddy. Lets get you out of here ok?" -- I hope his mom never watches that part of the footage (I definitely couldnt) but I hope someone shared with her how her son was given so much care and respect in those moments of recovery. Absolutely heartbreaking. My heart goes out to his family and so much respect and gratitude to Jared for the work that he does.❤
Awesome work, I can't put in words as I watched this Recovery, how I feel. Praying for you AWP for the work you do! I cried thru this one too. RIP Jacob!🙏🙏🙏 All the way from South Carolina. How can I support what you do? Plz let me know. I love you all, God bless you for what you do!!! Prayers for the family and friends!!!
This episode has wrecked me😭 the pain in his mother's voice when she was told he fought to get out. 💔 Rest now Jacob. I love how respectful Jared was when bringing Jacob home. Talking to him and still treating him like a person.
I am a 65 year old man and that one hit me hard 😢
I must say this is the 1st episode i,ve watched that made me cry .. when jarod went out and got him and secured him around himself an bought him in heartbreaking ...hats off to jared XOXO
Also to the police for taking care to get him out safely and respectfully.
I completely understand everybody's emotion and sympathy with the family I don't think that any of you could understand or really take into consideration what this does to Jared he is the one that has to live with that process and if anybody's going to pray for anybody pray for him everybody else lives with his words but he has to live with his actions heroic as they may be I think knowing and doing are two completely different things I can't even fathom for one second what he must feel being so selfless and what that selflessness cost him
same. I saw her shaking and heard her voice and my heart broke. I cant even for a second imagine the pain living this. You live the pain of the missing him.. and re live the pain of grief finding him. God bless this family.
I love how respectful of Jacob’s body they were. Making sure they weren’t bumping head. Heart melting!
When the mother said "do you think he suffered?" It broke me
Seeing Jacob on the sonar was so heartbreaking, but when Jared dived down and came face to face with him, my heart sank. My sincere condolences go to all of Jacob's family and friends. R.I.P Jacob, you are in heaven with your little princess in your arms. No mother or father should ever have to bury their child or go through this heartbreak. Sending you all my love and condolences all the way from the United Kingdom.
To Jared and the members of AWP, the police and other emergency services the recovery personnel and everyone involved in Jacob's case deserve all the respect, recognition and positive outcomes in their lives, for their valient efforts to find missing loved ones and bring them home to their families. It is such a wonderful thing you all do to bring the families the closure they need.
Keep doing the amazing work.
It was terrifying..
They actually showed Jacob body? Injust started this episode
@@starlaminde8436 no mam, it is very respectful
@@starlaminde8436 Not his actual body. An image of the body.
@@judi_just_judi Thanks…I had a feeling they didn’t because they are always so respectful.
Even though Jacob had passed - treating him with respect is the most comforting thing you could do for his family. This one had me in tears. As a mom of a young son, it hits hard because you know the pain his momma was feeling. You guys are amazing 💙
Nothing is more tragic than a parent losing their child before their time. I wish nothing but love and happiness for the Vanzant family in the wake of this tragedy.
This hit home for me too. I have a 9 year old son. I can’t imagine the grief that the mom is enduring. I’ll keep the family and search teams in my prayers. Thank you guys (and possibly gals) for your service.
To see that he almost made it out,is just heartbreaking.Jacob’s mom and sister,and girlfriend,must be devastated,to see him like that.Thankyou for all of your care and compassion,in bringing Jacob home.
I've watched several of these recoveries but this one hit me the hardest like others have said. To see that he almost made it out was heartbreaking. Thanks to the team for all their hard work and dedication.
RIP Jacob, the comfort of knowing he is now holding his baby girl in his arms and they arent alone is a blessing. 😢
What happened to his girlfriend
He and his girlfriend lost their baby.
@@CrazeReactsOfficial his daughter* it mentions it in the video
I think RealPeaches151 was asking why wasn't his gf in the video.
Yesss I thought this same thing ❤❤ about Jacob being w his baby
As the mother of a son, hearing her say “my poor baby” broke my heart - Wishing her heart and soul peace 😞♥️
Everyone was so gentle and caring. Thank you to all involved in this rescue.
The fact that he wasn’t that far from the surface is so sad
I can't imagine the shock of getting to the car and suddenly seeing Jacob. The sonar image of him was mindblowing.
I would’ve been terrified even tho it’s natural that he would be somewhat decomposed. Things like this are just heart wrenching… I’m sure it was shocking coming across that all of a sudden tho.
This was the most tragic recovery I've seen. He was so close to getting out. Thank you Jared, and your team, for all that you do. The cops were so respectful of Jacob it was much appreciated.
So close, he just ran out of time. So tragic and sad.
30 seconds to 120. Not much time.. based on impact. I'm guessing he wasn't too sure about his whereabouts at first. Truly tragic..
Same. To think there were 15 cars inside that river is trying disturbing. How many people must have gone in the same way, that road is so dangerous.
@@oAgL214mostly discarded ones, dear.
I’m bawling my eyes out. The compassion and respect from Jared “let’s get you out of here buddy”, the police officers “WATCH HIS HEAD! Watch his head”, the heartbreak for his mom.
I lost my dad back in ‘91 when the coast guests ice breaker ran over his tug boat. His 2 crew died instantly, my dad drowned. I often wonder if he was conscious and knew what was happening. My doctor (also the local coroner) told me he wasn’t but I’ve never been sure if he just told me what would make it easier for me. My dad’s biggest fear was to drown.
RIP Jacob ❤
Much internet love to mom and his family ❤
RIP dad ❤
This person is not only search and rescue, but also a therapist, the way he tried his best to calm down Jacobs mom.
How Jared remained so calm is beyond me. Takes real guts to be in that position and continue your job whilst stumbling on something so horrific.
Remain calm and breakdown later
I often wonder how he doesn't have nightmares or PTSD. He and his groups are angels to do this type of work.
@@timeforchange3786 they all probably do honestly
You really just have to set your mind in work mode but I can promise you after the work is done he feels it hit then. Always did for me when I was working at assisted livings
If you watch their early videos they immediately shouted and make a scene
But i think overtime it became a normal and they remain professional.
I’m 56 years old now but I drowned in a river but survived as I was rescued. That said I can tell you, it was peaceful. No pain other than the first few second breathing in water and panicking, then a wave of peace came over me. If I would have died I know I was at peace with it.
That is very peaceful to know.
I have always heard drowning was one of the most painful and worst ways to go, so it’s peaceful knowing those we’ve lost to drowning didn’t suffer till the very end 💔
You may have been but I bet your loved ones wouldn’t be.
glad you are with us
God bless you for sharing this tragic part of your life.
@@m3g_h4n thats the opposite. everyone who experienced it said that drowing is the best way to go
The way his body just floated to the service like FREEDOM everything means something. Thanks for your work man.
omg....so that really WAS an image of him halfway out.....oh man heart aches for you ALL to seen that.....
It's really tragic. The sonar image shows Jacob struggling to escape, tangled between the rear headrests. Cold water significantly reduces breath-holding time because your body needs more oxygen to cope with the cold. It's heartbreaking that he got entangled and, for some reason, didn't use the window breaker on the driver's side. He might have made it out if he had.
Jared did such a wonderful job consoling Jacob's Mom. His kindness to a near stranger in her worst moments was so touching. She will grieve for her son forever but at least she knows he did not choose to end his life and tried to escape. The not knowing if he was alive would be worse than knowing how he died. Kudos to the police for the respect they showed in recovering Jacob as well. Excellent job everyone! The still sonar image of Jacob trapped in and out of the car should be used as a Don't Drink and Drive promotion.
Honestly, yes, if the family says it's okay to use the sonar image. If common sense won't stop people from drunk driving, then maybe fear will.
It's really such a shame because this was 100% avoidable. He could've not drove, or asked someone else to drive him, or he could've not drank. Not only did he lose everything because of a stupid mistake, but his actions have caused irreversible damage to his family and friends. Ah, but hindsight is always 20/20.
Honestly, you are so brave for going down there knowing a body was hanging out of it. I can’t even imagine how scary and heartbreaking it would be to swim up to that.
The way that Jared was talking to Jacob and bringing his body up was such a compassionate personal matter it was almost holy.
Telling him “ he was doing everything he could to escape “ made it worse for her. Poor mom. 😢
I don’t think so. It just reinforced his belief that this wasn’t a suicide.
It was the truth
i think it helps to let her know that it was no way self inflicted, that it was purely an accident.
This was one of the hardest episodes to watch. He tried so hard to get back to his family. RIP Jacob and thank you AWP for bringing this boy home to his mama ❤️
Definitely. Seeing his mom cry hurt me so bad
As someone who works in the medical field, thank you for not lying or sugar coating to the mom. 💜🙏🏽 thank you to this channel for what you do for these families
I have never been in the situation of heaving to break such news to anyone, and I kept being shocked by how he put it. But then I'd think, what would be a better way to say it, and (at least for me) there honestly isn't. It's just the message that's horrible but it needs to be said, and by beating around the bush you only drag it out. I admire them for how they time after time deal with the close ones. I can imagine that's not something you'll ever completely get used to.
Looking over and seeing his body must have been terrifying.
That imaging is bone-chilling. I can't imagine his last moments were like. I give my condolences to his family.
While it's heartbreaking to think about his final moments, it's important to understand that, in the end, drowning becomes a peaceful process.
He would have experienced a rush of adrenaline and likely panic while trying to escape. The initial discomfort comes from the body's instinct to inhale for oxygen, causing a quick intake of water. This sensation is similar to accidentally swallowing liquid down the wrong pipe-intense but very brief, lasting just a second or so. After that, it becomes painless, and he would have remained conscious for a short time before drifting into unconsciousness.
His discomfort was short-lived, and he would have quickly moved into a state of unconsciousness. I share this with the hope of offering some comfort. Speaking from experience, I work for an ocean rescue charity in the UK.
As a former marine, my uncle once volunteered to search a local lake for a missing person. No one expected to find anything, it's only 30 feet at its deepest, less than 3 miles around. He found him. It destroyed my Vietnam vet uncle even further. I'm so grateful to you all and SO sorry to his loved ones. ❤
I’m 23 years old and this one broke me because he tried to escape and now he’s home. So sad. Your professionalism Jared is amazing and just the love you have for bringing answers to families is amazing. Thank you for doing what you do! RIP JACOB
Johnnie , as a mom and grandma watching this was heartbreaking . Young people often don’t think about consequences to their actions . Im glad this video touched you so deeply .
Not long ago I saw a keychain that said “ Don’t do stupid sh*t Love mom “
Stay safe and be an advocate of safety for your friends .
I dont think he tried to escape i think he died on impact
@@fartsniffer5043he was in the backseats halfway out the rear window, defo wasn’t on impact, sadly
I hope u share this video so u & your friends can spread awareness.
I'd bet money he was injured, definitely disoriented since the airbags went off (I've been in a car crash that set mine off, and let me tell you, it took me a solid fifteen seconds to regain my bearings). The fact he got as far as he did is impressive. I wonder if he had any leg or spinal injures that interfered with him getting out.
I've answered that call before. My brother and two of his friends were speeding down a country road. They lost control and went tumbling through the woods. A tree split the car in half; Which ejected one of our friends on impact. Our friend miraculously survived after a week long coma. My brother and our other friend died instantly. The accident happened the night before my birthday. I woke up to a call that my brother was identified as one of the passengers. He was 25
I could not imagine fighting that hard and being that close to getting out only to get caught up on something. Sad!
I’ve been following AWP for a long time, and this one was by far the most humbling and heartbreaking one. I always think I’d be fine seeing a body, but this one changed that perspective. The thought of diving into murky water and coming face to face with Jacob… Jared, you are truly a blessing.
One of the most professional PD’s I have seen, empathetic and sympathetic regardless of wether he could feel anything or not.
Thank you guys for all that you do.
Literally their job
@monkeytennis8861 No, it's not, but I'm sure he would agree with you anyways. Because he's obviously good at his job.
The cops here seemed like they just wanted to team up and help in any way they could, a big change from the norm, they usually dictate and do as they like.
This PD did it right. Let the full time professionals handle the extraction of Jacob in a compassionate and correct way. Don't make the family wait longer for "your dive team" to arrive and hopefully manage the situation correctly and in a respectful way. Too many get into turf issues and become rude to the voluntary dive team that did what the PD couldn't do. Kudos to this PD and to Jared and his team for bringing Jacob home. I lost my daughter at 24 years old ten years ago. The loss and pain never leaves you, there is no closure until you meet again in the after life. Knowing the how and why does help with managing the loss though. RIP to this young man and hopefully his memory will console his parents and family.
i live in oakdale (209) same area code as stockton. i can honestly say stockton PD have it BAD. that area is known for gang violence and horrific street violence those officers see some of the worst out of all the PD's in our area and every single cop who works for stockton can expect to have hands on a body still warm or barely cold by the end of their first year. these men know death. they've seen their share of crying mothers and the compassion they showed here is all the more proof how hard that PD has it.
The sonar’s image was incredibly eerie
Omg!! This is so heartbreaking. He was trying to escape 😭😭 May your soul rest in eternal peace Jacob. 🙏🏽❤ My condolences to his family. I can't stop crying…
Wow, that is an emotional rollercoaster...
As a parent, I'm glad they got to find out and not wonder for the rest of their lives... Seeing that he almost made it out of the car, helpless and alone... Heartbreaking...
The officer saying to "watch his head", mad respect for him and not just calling it another dead body, but taking care of some ones kid.
I am glad as well, Family members have gone through something similar, My brother in laws sister went down in a plane in alaska and it took like 30 years to find her because it was remote and in the middle of nowhere they nearly didnt find her. So I know what its like to go through it.
I was glad to see that from the police as well. Very respectful and helpful. Not all cases are like that. These were true professionals.
If anyone who considers driving drunk could witness Jacob's mother's anguish, and know how this affects loved ones, surely they'd think twice. This story is indeed haunting, and many thanks to AWP and to Jacob's family for allowing this series to be shown in all of its harsh tragedy.
Incidentally, that gorgeous, touching song at the end is, "When Things Try to Tear You Apart," by Ben Wagner.
Agreed. Stop drunk driving. He was a young man, grew up with being told that in high school, but still made poor decisions. May god give his family the strength to overcome this news.
How exactly did they get to the point that he was drunk driving at the moment?
@@neuroleptic2563 Apparently when he went to get his girlfriend and himself food he drunk 3 to 4 drinks of I think "long Island iced teas?" as told by the staff of the establishment
What’s sad is there are will always be idiots who think they are invincible drunk. And this story sadly shows the vulnerability of everyone drunk or sober.
Jared’s voice is so calming and respectful. I’m so happy this family got closure.
Jared, I appreciate your sensitivity and professionalism in handling the resolution of this terrible and heartbreaking accident. I have to say I was shocked by the sonar image, and it must have been incredibly emotional for you too. I feel so much for this family, and appreciate that, while respectful, you didn't hold anything back from them. At least they could begin processing the truth. God rest his soul💔
Almost as if he was reaching up, saying, "Here I am, guys! Right here!😢 Breaks my heart
This was a tough one to watch. As a mother as well, thank you Jared for your gentle way of handling this recovery 😢 The ppl picture of him sitting leaning on a wall? Is how I wish to think he is and at peace. I agree this was a pure and sad accident. He tried💔
He's with his daughter now, and after spending eight and a half years with his girlfriend, I doubt he'd let something like death stop him from being by her side, even if she can't see him anymore.
That sonar image is such a haunting sight. You can't even imagine what he went through as he desperately fought for his survival.
Heartbreaking .
So true, although I'm wondering whether Jacob was thrown partially through the windscreen on impact, meaning that he was probably unconscious when he drowned.
I could visibly see someone the whole time. Only because they showed a preview showing a clear photo and knew it was there and that I knew that that’s what the blurry image was of.
@@stevie-ray2020 that’s what I was thinking at first too. With as bad as the impact to the front end is he could’ve easily been partially ejected.
@@stevie-ray2020the airbag worked,they talked about it and you can see it still attached to the steering wheel when they showed the inside of the car. He tried to escape out the rear window. Heartbreaking to see.
@@stevie-ray2020 the message that is pinned at the top says he tried to swim past the back seats to get to the rear of the vehicle where the back window was broken, not the front windshield.
The compassion and care they take while removing the people and vehicles is amazing. What they do, for free, to help families find their loved ones is so kind. It must be hard on everyone in the crew to see these people in their cars knowing what their last moments were like. Thank you for bringing answers to so many families and returning their loved ones back to them.
I couldn’t imagine. My heart absolutely breaks for the Mother.
My mother drowned when I was 15 yrs old. The things you and your crew do, the compassion & understanding you show the families you help. Thank you for what y’all do
Thank you. My condolances. Losing your mother is difficult; but I believe it is harder when we're young.
My condolences for the loss of your Mother. 💔 J lost my Mommy when I was only 5. Barely remember here only knowing that she was ALWAYS so loving & kind! Telling my so-called “father” to not hit us. To stop yelling at us when we were little. 😔 I miss her so very much & til’ this very day I still am the only one that really visits her grave & it still doesn’t have a headstone. 💔 This “former Father” doesn’t care to buy one. He doesn’t want to talk to me either. Calling me retarded, stupid, scum of earth, etc. Because I’m now disabled from a drunk driver that hit my own family’s van & gave me epilepsy. I still saved lives after that being a graduate w/ academic honors in medical field. I helped anyone in vehicle accidents. Also in hospital J saved a man’s life when a violent patient punched him on his head & gave him a large contusion on his right temporal lobe. He couldn’t stay awake! Tried knocking on nurses windows telling them to send patient to ER STAT; that patient is losing consciousness & he’s no longer coherent. They yelled at me. Telling me to shut up & leave them alone. I had to take care of him w/ ice & a washcloth. Trying to make do w/ what was available. Told them I’ll report them when I’ll be sent home. I helped many of patients there including the M.A’s. The patients started to believe in life and the M.A’s wanted to hire me. The psychologist didn’t understand why I was there and said he was sending me home. I said Apparently God sent me here for a reason. To help others. I lost 4 lbs. being there for 3 days. I’d starved because they’d not given me insulin. (Being type 1 diabetic!) I couldn’t eat. I only drank water & my glucose levels were really high!! They neglected to give me insulin! Even refused to give me long acting insulin necessary for type 1 diabetics. I said I’d report them and each day I awoke I’d go and help the individual w/ the injury on his skull. He was getting worse. I was having to go home but he was hard to understand because of his surgery 2x’s in past from lung cancer from smoking. Had hole in his throat. I still helped him w/ injury. Kept him awake and helped him w/ his injury. I told him to stay conscious and told him I must leave now but that I promise I’m going to have him sent to the ER. That I will report the staff that did us all wrong as well. To continue to believe in God and pray. He thanked me and hugged me. The other patients I had said goodbye to I hugged each of them and they were all crying begging me not to go. I had tears in my eyes. Telling them to be strong and remember what I sung to them about God. To believe that Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem and that God is with you always. Pray and hold your head up! That I love them! Be strong! Even the Medical Staff I helped out were sad to see me go. I hugged them all. Told them I’ll think about coming back to work there. (I don’t know…my grandma & Uncle died at that hospital.) It’s a bad hospital. As you can tell. I will have to make changes to their treatment of patients and medical care demand they make changes! Which Will get me fired. Lol. Anyhow beautiful work that is done…it brought me to tears!!! I am glad they took care of recovering so many people and Jacob’s body as well. I was in tears. Hard to watch this. At least there is closure. He’s always going to be visiting his loved ones and always watching from Heaven above. 🥲🙏🕊️🤍
@@Mirabel1er…im so sorry about everything that you went through🥺💔
I'm sorry for the loss of your mommy😢😭
Breaks my heart knowing that he tried so hard to get out and that he was so close. Im glad the family has answers. Rest in Peace young man.
I have always placed myself in a victims's shoes and the terror he must have felt knowing he was about to have to take a huge gulp of air.....tragic.
I wonder if the impact injured him, and that's why he was unable to escape. Jared was able to get him out with relative ease - granted, that's after months of Jacob being underwater, so it might've been easier too. Still, it's much more tragic due to how close he was to getting out.
I am so sorry for mom. I send her all love and hugs from Costa Rica. Her son tragedy is definitely a testimonial that will saves lives.
I'm completely addicted to your videos. I have been binge watching your solved cases. Your team is such a blessing to the family and friends of those missing and especially found. I wish I was financially able to help. I would if I could.
Jacob's video with him having tried to escape, was so heart wrenching. When the image appeared of his body outside the vehicle like that, I thought at first, it couldn't be real. I hope that this video will stop someone from drinking and driving.
I agree with all the comments about how genuine and respectful your team and law enforcement are to the lost loved ones. Thank you all for what you do.
Jared you handled that situation beautifully with his mom. As a mom, I thank you!
Parents worst nightmare is NOT KNOWING what happened to their missing child. I'm glad you guys were able to bring him home. Well done.
This team is so compassionate to the families! God bless!
Thank all of you so much for this heroic rescue and how competent you were in handling his body. I know it was hard to do but oh so needed to preserve as best as possible. I am still so proud of you Jared.
Everyone in my immediate family has a window breaker in their cars. I bought them in memory of Jacob. Rest easy young man.
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That first moment at the beginning of this video that showed the outline of a person trying to escape was simultaneously terrifying and heartbreaking
Shocking.
Poor Jacob, this is why drinking and driving is one of the most dangerous things a human can do. I hope everyone who watched this video understands the message.
I’m not saying you shouldn’t drink, even though drinking alcohol isn’t a healthy activity anyway, but if you’re drinking, call an Uber, call a cab, ask a friend who didn’t drink to drive you home, hell, walk home if it’s safe to do that. Just DON’T drive, you’ll protect yourself and other people.
When i hear jacob's mom said "ok..u do.." That my tears already falls down 😭
The care and respect for the young man was heart wrenching. Good job guys!
I cant agree more, even after they secured Jacob in the bag, they still brought him as gently as possible into the sheriffs bought, even stating, "watch his head" during the slow drop into the boat. I'm always concerned how each states cops are but massive respect to these cops here.
Totally, even the police "Be gentle, watch his head be careful" great to see
This video brought memories rushing back of when my brother drowned and was pulled out 2 hrs later. I’m glad to know that Jared told the mom to not watch because I regret watching my brother who was 30 at the time be pulled out. It’s an image you will never forget and one you wish you could have never seen. Thank you to all that did this for this young man and his family. May Jacob be finally at peace and is family start the journey of healing.
That's right. I was a kid at the time, I saw this man pulled from the water. I'm 62 now and remember every detail of that day of what a body looks like coming out the water.
Sorry for your lost😢
Beautifully said. Also I’m so sorry at the loss of your brother. I cannot imagine the sights you saw of the that sad day. I hope you have all the support you deserve ❤
Sorry for your lost.
@@truthbtold8040same here Hudson River (NYC) it was traumatic. I was on the ferry with my mom. 😔
I appreciate how law enforcement acknowledge their knowledge in this and allows them to take lead/ their advise
Yo respects to you man. That line you said I would personally choose to drown if I could choose a way to go, she said really?! Like she needed to hear that. That her boy didn't suffer actual torment. Youre such a good soul
This one was particularly shocking to me, I can’t begin to fathom Jacob’s last moments as he fought to survive… that sonar image is devastating. May he RIP… my condolences to his loved ones, at least they have some answers🙏🏻
I’ve heard that during the beginning and middle of drowning it’s very terrifying but at the end when you start to lose consciousness it feels relaxing and happy
@@flipstheking6464 almost drowned once, in a lake I was a teenager with some friends on a paddle boat we knew it was 25ish feet deep so I dove in and swam down. It was so brown I never saw the bottom coming and hit it face first. Knocked out all my air and kick up a bunch of dust. At first i panicked bc I didn’t know what was up or down it was all black and brown. I calmed down and fond my footing on the bottom and pushed. I remember swimming up and being maybe 10-15 under, I could see the outline of boat. And I just got really tired and relaxed, I closed my eyes and began to fall asleep. For some reason and I don’t know why but I realized I’m still underwater so I opened my eyes and my chest starts to convulse like I’m trying to hold in a cough and I give it one push to the top and i barely made it. I remember almost passing out on the boat after.
@@flipstheking6464so yes at the end you are peaceful but I’ve never experienced the trapped feeling of being in a car
@@nicholascurry7014glad you're still here. That's intense.
I was stuck underwater to near drowning, at first it's mostly confusion you can hear the water and feel the bubbles all around you, can't till which way is up. The feeling that weight on top of you is truly the most terrifying thing I've ever experienced, there's this helplessness and dread that sets deep within you. No matter how hard you try you can't get out. You don't even have time to think of what to do next. I remember thrashing around and then I stopped for whatever reason. I believe I was pulled out by two men, I remember that calm feeling too, right before one of them grabbed me by the back of my swimwear and started to pull me to the surface. I was diagnosed with PTSD after the incident, it's been 15 years. I was 6 maybe 7 then. The second time I went to a river with my cousin. 12, Summer break. College kids were tubing down the river, we were off of a little drop and to the other side kids were diving off of a ledge. I was holding onto a rock with my body partially submerged. The current was strong but since I was older I had a good grip. My little cousin unexpectedly jumped in, he couldn't swim. My aunt couldn't reach us in time. I don't know what I was thinking. I remember seeing his little body being swept away and I just let go of the rock. I don't know how I found him. Once I did I realized everytime I came up for air I was pushing him under the surface of the water. So I lifted his body as high as I could. I was completely under. I managed to get his legs over my shoulders and I just kept holding him up. I don't remember being afraid in those moments, I just wanted my cousin to be safe. A kid from highschool who was jumping off the ledge saw us. He was able to jump down and swim to us, pulling us to a shallow part of the river. I don't think I got air until he got us to that spot. Don't know what happened to that kid after that.
Incredible work, Jared! I'm a 30 yr law enforcement veteran and I'm always blown away by the way you treat the families with such respect. It's a bitter sweet thing that you have had so much experience with death notifications. 23 families have been saved lifetimes of torment not knowing. Keep up the awesome work. I also. HATE to see the way some officers treat you guys. Way to stand up to them! You never let them discourage you!
Thank you for being one of the good ones. Detective Matt Thornton would definitely approve!! ❤
This is the 3rd video I’ve watched from AWP and the amount of care and compassion shown is incredible! Watching Jared retrieve Jacob and still talk to him as if he was still alive was so heartwarming. ❤
Your compassion for his mom is HUGE!!! You handled this absolutely PERFECTLY🌹🌹
Is that sarcasm, if it is, stop.