A deputy was shot and killed in south Florida on Monday night time in what authorities are describing as a “focused” assault.
The Palm Seaside County Sheriff’s Workplace mentioned deputies responded to studies of gunfire within the 1400 block of Northwest Avenue D, Belle Glade, at 7:32 p.m. on Monday.
On the scene, deputies found the sufferer was a 39-year-old off-duty corrections officer.
“Upon arrival, they discovered an grownup male affected by gunshot wounds. He was instantly transported to an area hospital for medical remedy,” PBCSO mentioned in an announcement.
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Restricted particulars had been obtainable, however the sheriff’s workplace mentioned “this incident was focused” when saying the officer’s dying on social media.
The officer, whose title has not but been launched, had been with the company for 3 years.
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A ceremonial escort occurred late Monday night time from St. Mary’s Hospital in West Palm Seaside to the county health worker’s workplace.Â
A suspect has not but been recognized.
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The sheriff’s workplace mentioned extra info will probably be launched because it turns into obtainable.
“We’re distraught to say the least,” PBCSO mentioned on the finish of its assertion.