Trial Date Set for North Texas Groom Accused of Shooting at Police
A trial date has been set for Jacob LaGrone, a 30-year-old North Texas groom who was indicted for shooting at three police officers in Westworth Village, a tiny suburb of Fort Worth, in March 2023. LaGrone’s opulent "wedding of the century" had transfixed social media just weeks prior to the incident.
The Wedding of the Century
In November 2023, LaGrone’s nuptials to Madelaine Brockway were dubbed the "wedding of the century" on social media, with videos and photos of the five-day affair circulating widely. The wedding included an overnight stay at the Palace of Versailles, a rehearsal dinner at the French capital’s Opera House, a private lunch at the Chanel Haute Couture Suite, and a performance by Maroon 5.
The Incident
Her husband’s legal troubles began in March 2023, when three Westworth Village police officers responded to a home after receiving multiple disturbance calls. When they arrived, officers were fired upon, and LaGrone was arrested. He was later released on a $20,000 bond, according to court records.
The Charges
LaGrone is accused of firing at the three police officers, and he was indicted in August on three counts of aggravated assault. According to the indictment, LaGrone "did intentionally and knowingly threaten imminent bodily injury" to the officers and "did use or exhibit a deadly weapon during the commission of the assault, namely, a firearm."
The Plea Deal
LaGrone was offered a 25-year prison sentence as part of a plea deal, according to court records. However, it is not known whether he plans to accept the deal.
The Couple’s Life Before the Incident
LaGrone and his wife, Madelaine Brockway, reportedly settled in the Fort Worth area after their wedding. In January, Brockway announced on social media that she was pregnant. The couple’s wedding registry included a range of luxurious items, including a $12,500 crystal butterfly house, a $860 gravy boat, and a $430 figurine of a cowboy rabbit.
The Future Ahead
LaGrone’s court date is scheduled for mid-November in Tarrant County. If convicted, he could face life in prison. An attorney for LaGrone did not respond to a request for comment on Monday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the nature of the charges against Jacob LaGrone?
A: LaGrone is charged with three counts of aggravated assault, accused of firing at three police officers in Westworth Village, Texas.
Q: What is the potential punishment if he is convicted?
A: If convicted, LaGrone could face life in prison.
Q: Has LaGrone accepted the 25-year prison sentence offered as part of a plea deal?
A: It is not known whether he plans to accept the deal.
Q: What is the status of the investigation into the incident?
A: The investigation is ongoing, and no further information has been released.
