'Hero' cop dies three years after being shot in the head while trying to save kids from killer dad Dad-of-two Kevin Valencia suffered a life-threatening brain injury when he was shot while trying to save four kids being held hostage by their career criminal dad in 2018 Updated Officer Valencia never regained full consciousness after being shot while on duty (Image: OrlandoPolice /Twitter) The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up today! When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time.