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police-brutality · Ormond Beach, Florida

Officer Jacob Cannon got 6 months in jail for slamming a DUI suspect to the ground

What happened?

Convicted

Former Ormond Beach police officer Jacob Cannon was sentenced to six months in jail and two years of probation for felony battery after slamming DUI suspect Shanna McRee to the ground, and McRee has since filed a lawsuit related to her injuries.

7 sourcesBy AfterTheClip Desk · Last checked Aug 22, 2026

By AfterTheClip Research

Sources: FOX 35 Orlando; Court TV; FOX 35 Orlando; ClickOrlando.com

Timeline

  1. Ormond Beach police officer Jacob Cannon slams handcuffed DUI suspect Shanna McRee to the floor during a breathalyzer test, causing a head injury.

  2. Shanna McRee is arrested for DUI and slammed to the ground by Officer Jacob Cannon.

  3. Jacob Cannon is arrested and charged with felony battery.

  4. Jacob Cannon resigns from the Ormond Beach police force amidst ongoing legal proceedings.

  5. Jacob Cannon is sentenced to six months in jail and two years of probation after pleading no contest to felony battery.

  6. Shanna McRee files a lawsuit related to her injuries.

  7. Shanna McRee files a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and Jacob Cannon.

What people are asking

What happened to Officer Jacob Cannon?

Former Ormond Beach police officer Jacob Cannon was sentenced on July 29, 2025, to six months in jail, with 11 days credited for time served, followed by two years of probation for felony battery. He must also surrender his law enforcement certification and is barred from owning firearms.

Did Shanna McRee sue?

Yes, Shanna McRee has filed a lawsuit related to the injuries she sustained when Jacob Cannon slammed her to the ground.

What is Shanna McRee's condition today?

Shanna McRee sustained a head injury requiring seven stitches and was left with a visible 1.5-inch scar. A lawsuit has been filed related to her injuries.

What was Jacob Cannon's defense?

Cannon's defense cited diagnosed PTSD and intermittent explosive disorder, but Judge Kathryn Weston rejected these as grounds for a lighter sentence, emphasizing that dealing with difficult individuals is part of a law enforcement officer's job.

Receipts

How we researched this & corrections

This story was compiled using information from local news reports and court documents, verified against multiple sources to ensure accuracy and provide a comprehensive follow-up.

  • Aug 22, 2026 — In July 2026, Shanna McRee filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and former officer Jacob Cannon. The lawsuit alleges excessive force and failure to train, stemming from the December 6, 2024, incident where Cannon slammed McRee to the ground while she was handcuffed during a DUI investigation. McRee is seeking damages for physical injuries, including a forehead laceration requiring seven stitches, as well as emotional distress.

Corrections: corrections@aftertheclip.com.

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