Suicides of Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputies

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Four current and former deputies from the same sheriff's office in Texas have died by apparent suicide over a six-week period, prompting mental health initiatives and grief support within the agency.

Key Points

  • Four deputies from the Harris County Sheriff's Office died by apparent suicide between Feb. 6 and March 19.
  • Sheriff Ed Gonzalez expressed condolences and highlighted the fragility of life.
  • Mental health initiatives have been launched within the sheriff's office to address the trend.