Two beloved sheriff's deputies in Texas tragically died of apparent suicides within days of each other, sparking discussions on mental health within the police force.
Key Points
Harris County Deputy Sheriff Christina Kohler, 37, and former Deputy Sheriff Maria Vasquez, 42, died of apparent suicides within days of each other
The deaths have sparked discussions about mental health awareness within the police force
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is offering mental health and peer support services to colleagues
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Raising awareness about mental health within the police force
Providing mental health and peer support services to colleagues