Since February, four deputies from the Harris County Sheriff's Department have tragically died by suicide, alarming the community and prompting discussions on the mental health challenges faced by law enforcement. With the deaths of retired Deputy Long Nguyen, Deputy Christina Kohler, former Deputy Maria Vasquez, and retired Deputy William Bozeman occurring within weeks of each other, the Harris County Deputies' Organization has emphasized the need for better support and mental health resources for officers, as stated by President Jose Lopez. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez expressed deep condolences and the urgency of recognizing the fragility of life.
"It hits very close to home and it's also a reminder we do need to look out for each other. We do need to take care of each other," Lopez told ABC 13.
"Today we learned of a Harris County Sheriff's Office retiree who died from an apparent suicide. This makes three for us within the span of a week. Our hearts are heavy," Gonzalez wrote on Facebook.
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