SOLVED: 💔 Missing 24-year-old Jacob VanZant Found
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- 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!!
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
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.
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!
Jacobs mother saying "I trust you with him" damn near broke my heart. What a sweet woman, I hope she's doing alright
The "I have your son" in the opening clip hurt, I'm 😢ING up.
I can't imagine being actually emotionally involved.
Make sure that you remember that bitter taste.
I may just spur you on to make sure it does not happen to anyone else.
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 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.
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
@@Vercingetorix.Fantasia 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.
@@Vercingetorix.Fantasiawhile 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.
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 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.
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.
That's fucked up
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. 😅
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 🙏
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.
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. 🙏🏻
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.
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.
@@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
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.
He is probably now watching all of us from above.
Judging us.
We got, you, Jacob.
I had no chance to intervene, but even from far away Europe, I have sent a message, asking if he girlfriend, Celestial Riate, was O.K.
The rest is up to Whom It May Concern.
I know that the reason he crashed was likely that he was drunk, and also possibly why he struggled to escape, but I really hope it also means he didn't suffer - as alcohol can be a fairly potent anaesthetic/pain reliever (the side effects are the only reason it's not used as one medically).
RIP Jacob
@@herstoryanimatedahh why do you think he was drunk?
@@brittdawgggarfarf1882 It's mentioned in the episode.
Also from a news article "They added that he reportedly had some alcoholic drinks while waiting for his food order and was seen driving "a little erratic" afterward."
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 ❤
Oh my gosh the fact that you said that it was his biggest fear .. and he passed that way made me really sad. My father actually has that same fear... I don’t know how to even think of that.. I’m so sorry.
"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.
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.
Whatever anyone thinks about Jared … his empathy and respect on this case must have meant the world to this family.
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.
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.
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.
The way that Jared was talking to Jacob and bringing his body up was such a compassionate personal matter it was almost holy.
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.
We all are, once it comes down to it, just meat.
I just hope that his girlfriend - Celestial Riate - is All Right (OK) as well.
He fought to see her safe. It's down to all of us to make it happen.
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.
@@mjg-98 thats the opposite. everyone who experienced it said that drowing is the best way to go
The way Jared said “oh Jacob” made my heart hurt. RIP Jacob and I’m sorry for your loss to the family.
Very sad
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.
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.
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😢😭
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.
@@erink695 very sad
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
I love how respectful of Jacob’s body they were. Making sure they weren’t bumping head. Heart melting!
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.
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!! ❤
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.
As a mother, the thought of my child being trapped and trying to get free but unable to just completely shatters me. My heart hurts for Jacob's mom. No matter how old, your child is always your baby and you always want to protect them from anything bad and never want them to be scared or hurt. This one has me a complete mess right now. They're all sad, of course. Just hearing the mom say "oh, my baby!" after being told that he was trying his best to escape. I just broke 😭💔
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 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.
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.
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
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.
I couldn't imagine telling a mom if her son suffered or not. This guy is the right man for the job. Such compassion for a tragic situation 💔
Thank you for the work you are doing for these families. My uncle was found underwater after being missing for 17 years. He was off a boat ramp. He wasn’t found until the reservoir was lowered for seeding. It took over 17 years for my grandparents and my father to get their own answers.
RIP and my condolences
I was doing okay until Jared started speaking to Jacob. "Let's get you out of here, okay?" The compassion and empathy you have for not only the families, but also the souls that have been lost... Thank you for everything you do, and for inspiring so many of us to pay more attention to vehicle and water safety. Thank you for bringing this family answers.
"Oh Jacob" like he was talking to someone he knew
I could never do what Jared and the rest of AWP do, but I have the utmost respect for their work. Bringing closure to the survivors, healing broken souls, and bringing lost loved ones home to rest in peace instead of being left alone forever is a higher calling.
Jared and the crew also brought closure to Jacob. Now he knows that his family knows what happened to him.
"That is Jacob... [...] he almost made it."
If that does not get you to pay extreme attention, nothing will.
He deserved better than this.
His girlfriend deserved better than this.
This entire thing is just .... tragic.
Sending my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Jacob’s family and friends. Not only did this family lose their son, they lost a precious baby girl as well. I pray that they both may Rest In Peace.
Thank you Jared and AWP for finding him and bringing him home. You handled this very delicately and, as a parent, I’m appreciative of the efforts you put forth. May God continue to bless you and keep you safe as you continue your search for lost loved ones.
Also thank you to the sheriff’s department for the manner in which they handled Jacob as he was brought out of the water. They treated him with a great deal of dignity and respect. Also, the tow company, the excavator company, and the ferry driver need to be mentioned as well. Above and beyond.Thank you and God bless you all for your service, but also for the professional way this very tragic situation was handled.
You all are the very best of people bringing answers to absolutely devastated families who have NOT had answers for their loved one’s disappearance. Thank you for doing this and helping these dear people have some closure!
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That poor mom. Her crying on the phone is soul crushing.
The respect both Jared and the PD showed in recovering Jacob was remarkable. They treated his remains as though they were recovering a loved one of their own. Such a sad case. People need to stop drinking/driving. Had he been able to get one more good breath, it’s highly possible he’d have escaped. Bless his spirit and his family. 😢
ANYBODY COULD RUN OFF THAT ROAD INTO THE LAKE EVEN SOBER. ONE MOMENT OF LOOKING AWAY ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON'T KNOW THAT AREA OR EVEN IF YOU DO. AS MANY CARS AS JAROD FOUND THE CITY OR STATE MOST DEFINITELY NEEN TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT THAT ROAD.
I agree they need to build barriers that is a bad area
@barbaracreel2777 Very true! That is unbelievably dangerous. Something definitely should be done to make that area more safe.
I’m a mom, I can’t even begin to comprehend what this poor mom is going through. My heart is breaking for her. Rest in peace Jacob ❤
When the mother said "do you think he suffered?" It broke me
Jarod was so kind when he went to retrieve Jacob. I almost busted out crying when he was talking to Jacob encouraging him to come out of the car. And then when the officers were so careful taking him out of the water and the one officer said, watch his head a couple times....OMG... Someone else said this but I am going to reiterate, the level of compassion I saw in this video is truly unprecedented for me. It was beautiful. I've truly never seen anything like it. Absolutely heartwarming and absolutely heartbreaking for his mother and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. So grateful that those men gave him dignity in his death. Rest in Peace Angel boy.
I couldn’t have said it any better. Thank you for your comment
My heart broke seeing the image of his body on the sonar screen trying to escape and get out. Thank you guys for what you guys do for these families. It’s truly a blessing 🙏
He was extremely close to escaping
My heart broke too..usually the deceased are inside the car...not this time...Jared might need a minute after this one. God bless him...he had to pull him out..that's a tough one 🙏🏿
The way everyone treated this recovery was amazing the respect that the officers gave the family and AWP was truly amazing, especially the officers saying “watch his head” was like they were taking care of a loved one of their own ❤ rest in peace Jacob 🕊️
This was simply beautiful. The level of compassion they had for Jacob was admirable. They treated him, AWP and the family with kindness and thus preserved Jacob's dignity.
The way his body just floated to the service like FREEDOM everything means something. Thanks for your work man.
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. 😔
This was seriously the most devastating episode of these rescues. Know the baby is with the father. This is so heartbreaking for those left behind. The weight and memories this team must deal with, I surely hope they also seek help with all of its complexities.
I'm spiritual and feel they are together. I think after it happened there was regret and sadness but I believe he's embraced his fate and it has a lot to do w their child. I hear that passing over doesn't void one from feelings esp about how it happened. It doesn't make it less tragic but I know energy doesn't die, it's just transferred somewhere else. Along with all the people we LOVE in every lifetime. Love is the most powerful thing, it keeps us connected thanks to Source.
My heart broke when he delivered the news to his mother. The pause... that's when I suddenly stifled a sob... choked back tears for the rest of the video. That poor momma, and his partner with her tragic losses as well. Hold your loved ones tighter and be present with them, less distraced. Be in the moment and be grateful. We truly never know.
I can’t imagine the sense of relief of having their loved ones home when everyone else has given up. These guys truely are the unsung heroes. They listen, they canvas and where they can, return lost loved ones to their families.
I really appreciate how Jared was speaking to Jacob as he was bringing him up and the officers respecting the body saying to take care of the head and so on. Shows the humanity in them and gives us hope that even if not breathing, these guys gave the departed soul the respect he deserves...
Man this episode was so heartbreaking to watch. Seeing the digital image of jacob trying to escape was heart wrenching . I applaud you guys for helping each and everyone of these families to find an answer and hopefully closure as well for their lost loved ones. Thank you for doing what you do and don’t ever stop. We all need people like you guys. ❤❤Rest in peace Jacob. ❤
At first I thought it was impossible that it could be Jacob trying to escape...this was one of the most heartbreaking stories.
@@lisamarieberube4158I thought the same thing 😞 I was like "there's just no way...."
I cannot easily express the roller-coaster of emotions I felt when Jacob was visible on sonar. Incredible passion and respect from the AWP team and Sheriff's Office.
When I saw that...I was like oh no...
My stomach felt like it was literally full of rocks. It was grotesquely clear for a bunch of pixels.
Watching it a second time the first glimpse of his arm and head becomes even more obvious at 9:19 before the extremely clear shot a few moments later. I literally gasped out loud and felt like I’d fallen from a height when I recognised the shape.
I’m so glad he’s home at last and can rest.
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.
This funding of Jacob brought me to tears. Knowing that he’s finally at rest, but knowing he was fighting to get out. My momma heart breaks for this family. Sending love and prayers. 🙏
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.
When my uncle died of cancer, he told us, "All you take with you is the love and memories." Make as many memories as you can and tell your loved ones that you love them as often as you can.
Jared, your respect you show to these victims and their families is so touching. Thankyou for the respect you show them and even after they have died, you continue to treat them as people. When you said, Lets get you home, I lost it. I was already in tears but that put me over the edge. Jared you were so compassionate for a man that made a mistake and did not live to tell about it; for this, I thank you and thank you for taking the time to document this to share with us. Jared, God bless you, your team and these families with their heartbreaking pain.
😢 brought me to tears. Jared my heart cried for you. This was a sad rescue but closure was better than not knowing . To the family friends and loved one my prayers and thoughts are with you all... Does anyone know the closing song ?
@@hardcorehunter9438 It is what he told me when the doctors told him he had 6 months to live. He died a week later.
My granfather died by cancer i got no memories i was 1 year he died my grandmother died by cancer i was 12.
@@Erica_BrendaMyself and I am certain many others are sorry for your loss. I am hoping you've begun the healing process.
@@judi_just_judi Thank you Judi. Very kind of you. Yes, he was my favorite uncle and one never gets over losing a loved one, but the pain fades, fortunately.
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.
Especially not if there's someone you love waiting for you.
This is one of the most haunting rescues I've seen. Thank you Jared, I cant imagine it ever gets easier but you handled that rescue with such care and compassion. My sincere condolences to Jacobs family 🙏
Recovery not a Rescue.
This is an award winning documentary. My sincerest condolences to his mother and his entire family. I've been on an emotional rollercoaster watching this. I literally sat and cried at the end and its still on my mind at the end of my day. You and your team should be commended for all the hard work, dedication and compassion you you give. Not only to the family but, to the family you recover.
Felt the same and bring me up tears but also I'm 100% agree with you, it' so beautiful for her mother and family to receive an answer so they try to relieve their pain. RIP Jacob.
Same here. The sonar image of him struggling to live - just crushed me.
The officer saying “watch his head” 🙏🏼 bless you…the compassion for another human being you’ve shown is beautiful ❤ May Jacob rest peacefully 🙏🏼
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
It’s always nice to see everyone work together, locals and non-locals alike, for the greater good. No pissing match, no jockeying for the attention, just pure teamwork to bring that boy home to his family.
Knowing your child was trying to get away, probably scared & that I couldn’t help them is my worst nightmare. I pray for this family’s comfort.
This one was a tough watch. The tears are flowing. Extremely well put together. It showed sincerity and compassion. No overly hyped drama. No playing to the camera.
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.
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.
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.
About a year ago these amazing people helped one of my closest friends bring her son home. Unfortunately he purposely drove his vehicle into the river at a spot that he visited very often. My friend contacted Adventures with Purpose and they swiftly came to NC at York Hill. In real life they are as kind and compassionate as you see in these videos. This one was a really tough one for both my husband and I, we both sat watching with tears streaming down our faces. Besides the real life situation that we witnessed with our friend's son this was the absolute hardest of all videos that we have seen thus far. Praying that Jacob is at peace now and sending love and prayers to all of his family and to every member of Adventures with Purpose and the kind compassionate officers who assisted ❤❤❤
God bless his soul
Wow, these people are willing to help any family to ensure enclosure for bringing home a lost loved one, why do they get so much hate these guys are amazing!
I'm sorry about your friend losing her son. I remember watching that one and it was very sad.
Honestly there aren't even words to describe Jared and his entire team at awp. His whole demeanor is is so kind and comforting. It's beyond what you just see on his videos. Off camera he is the kindest, most gentle and respectful person you will ever meet. He is exactly the person needed for the job he does. He handled Jacob with the utmost dignity and respect as he did also with Jacobs mother and family. He pulls no punches. He doesn't claim to do anything he can't do, he is straight to the point. He is humble yet so confident and reassuring you can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of trust in him. Unfortunately in these situations you don't always feel like people are doing what the should be doing or not doing things as fast as you would like. Not that it really is that way but when your looking for a loved one it feels that way. But as soon as you meet Jared you know someone is going to be doing everything they can and you can breathe a sigh of relief. He was just simply amazing and can never be thanked enough. He's a very special individual and a god send to many people and a gift. I don't think he even knows the impact he has on all the people he meets. But there is a whole collective of people to thank that played a huge role in locating and the recovery of Jacob. His mother had a wonderful support team that wasn't going to give up untill we found him. Her sister, her best friend Sally, her family, Jacobs father and his wife, myself, Jacobs co workers, his girlfriend and her father, Mr Coffey and several other friends. The how's and why's aren't the most important things right now. Bringing Jacob home was the most important thing and thanks to Jared and his team from awp and Joanna and her team, we did just that. Please be respectful in your comments and remember his family reads these as well. Thank each and everyone of you for all your kind words and comments.
What's his name so I can watch the episode?
Jared, whatever mistakes you made in your younger life, your handling of this case should provide so much of the redemption you may need. Your compassion and words for Jacob's family was so heartfelt and genuine You're a good man.
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.
For as painful as knowing that Jacob is gone for his loved ones, it is a thousand times better than never knowing what happened to him. Thank you AWP for bringing another family answers and returning their loved one. RIP Jacob. It is obvious that you were a very loved young man.
The terror he must have felt while fighting to escape. This is heartbreaking.
So sad, what a beautiful young man. I feel such deep sadness for his family. Heartbreaking to know he was trying hard to get out. Jared, you are simply the absolute best at what you do not just in the technical skills of sonar, rigging, diving, and towing but also the compassionate way you handle these situations. That must have been extremely difficult
As a disabled Vietnam Vet I have followed these guys for a long time but this is one of the hardest ones I have watched. They have been near to me here in East Tn and all the way back home in Oregon. I'm not a rich man but if I were they would get a hefty donation. For now, I would ask anyone who can to make a donation or just a prayer to aid them. I know it breaks Jared's heart but he and the others are providing a service to us all that before either did not exist or cost a fortune. God Bless AdventuresWithPurpose.
Prayers to Jacobs family. That sonar image was shocking and your fortitude in recovering his body was amazing. Jared keep up your amazing work.
This one really hurt. The sonar image of him trying to escape is haunting. I’m so sorry Jacob. I wish you had made it out 💔. Thank you guys so much for what you do.
I am humbled by the Sheriff's officers and the AWP crew for their respectful treatment of the remains and filming of this video. This is a painful profession and you handled it with humility and tact. Thank you.
Well said!
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.
The way Jared answers questions - the tough ones - no mom wants to hear. But is so honest with them, and shows such compassion. ♥️
This whole episode had me on the verge of tears. Seeing him on sonar - knowing he almost made it, his mom - my heart hurts for her anyway but the knowing she's wondering how much he suffered -as a mom it would have been easier to know he was unconscious and didn't feel a thing (wondering how much my son felt in his crash nearly drove me insane), then the officers "watch his head" and when you see the destruction of the front of the car - the impact it took hitting the water..
They have his remains now, they can lay him to rest, but this was just heartbreaking. I just wanted to wrap my arms around his mom sitting there by herself. Couldn't someone sit there and hold her while her world imploded? Even knowing it was a possibility doesn't prepare a parent for the reality. And she faced it alone. Sitting, looking the other way, hearing everything, knowing she couldn't even see him or hold him when they gave him back. Just alone. Playing through his last minutes, picturing him fighting for his life, alone and scared. She needed someone there for her.
I think Jacob's aunt was there with her for most of it
I found some peace after watching this in knowing his Mother was able to be told it was an accident❤ I can't imagine the pain if she had been told Jacob chose this!
I agree knowing that he fought so hard to get back to them, I think, would make a huge difference. However, as a mother my heart breaks for her, and I hope she never watches this,because this isn't my child but it was hard to watch unfortunately I don't feel like the "blur" did enough. He was still mostly clearly visible to me. After you become a mother anytime a mom loses her child no matter what age they are, mothers hearts break around the world for that momma. May she feel a little comfort in being able to bring him home and lay him to rest. Rest in Heaven Jacob. My prayers to the family.
There was another woman there with her.
His aunt was there and in grief it’s normal to want to be alone, sometimes you don’t want everyone around you feeling sorry for you
This is heartbreaking 😢 I cried looking at the scan images and saw how he tried to get out.. just gut wrenching.. I have a 26 year old and I can’t imagine the loss of a child, especially knowing he tried to get out.. my thoughts and prayers are with his momma and daddy..THANK YOU so much Jared and your team for all you do.. much love and support always
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.
And he ALMOST fcking made it. ALMOST.
He fought for his life ... and sadly, came up short.
If you read this and are in a position to - especially - help his girlfriend, Ms. Celestial Riate (VanZant).. please do so.
The only survivor of what should have been a happy family of three... I cannot imagine.
To Jacob's family and girlfriend: I am sorry for the death of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you during the tragic time. God Bless you all.
AMEN
@@feliciajohns4148 a real god wouldnt let this happen
@@N0pr0fit Eh, it depends on how you view a God, Gods for the most part, don't interfere with mortal affairs.
Like, even if you read Greek, Roman, and Norse myths about the gods, interfering in mortal affairs was a BIG deal. It was pretty heavily frowned upon.
Within the context of the Christian God, he vowed not to directly interfere after the flood in the old testament, because his actions never made things better, or worse.
Which, honestly, not interfering is better than interfering, because if a god interferes, the whole "free will" thing goes away and shit likely hits the fan.
@@N0pr0fit so ur saying god aint a real god?
When that sheriff said, “Watch his head.”, the tears just started rolling. What an amazing look into the absolutely profound nature of what you and your folks do. My God. The whole situation was just tragic and beautiful in a quite breathtaking way. This one and that first glimpse of Jacob seemingly reaching up out of the vehicle will stick with me for awhile for sure. 💔😔💔
the scan of his body is so haunting. this is so heartbreaking I really can’t imagine losing someone like this. My brother once got into a car accident (he survived) but when me and my mom went to go see his car afterwards we broke out in tears and were just holding each other. it was in such bad condition. I can’t imagine what it’s like for the family to see his car like that and to know how bad he suffered. what you do is incredible, thank you for bringing this young man home to his family. the police were very respectful as well. I hope this family was able to have a proper memorial service for him.
WTF, accident?After 4 Long Island iced tea and drove high speed?
@@rampar77 let's be respectful. A life was lost. Obviously we all know drinking and driving is a bad idea, but this type of callous internet comment is so disrespectful. If it was someone you loved, it would still be a painful loss. Let's show more compassion in the world. And yes, it was an accident.
Looking over and seeing his body must have been terrifying.
Seeing he was try to escape tugged at me, but seeing the whole car and just thinking the fear he must felt in the few seconds hit me 🥺 May you Rest In Peace Jacob 💔 so glad y'all were able to bring him back to his family for a more suitable place to rest.