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Florida Retired Deputy Kills Wife, Stages Suicide After Infidelity Allegations, Citing 54 Years of Marriage and Alzheimer's

Oct 25, 2024, 01:20 PM

A retired deputy in Florida has been accused of killing his wife and attempting to stage the incident as a suicide following allegations of infidelity. Authorities reported that the former officer, who had been married for 54 years, fatally shot his wife, who was suffering from Alzheimer's disease, before taking his own life. In a 911 call, the retired cop described the act as a 'merciful ending' for his wife. This tragic event has raised questions about the circumstances leading to the shooting and the mental state of the retired officer at the time. Meanwhile, law enforcement continues to investigate the details surrounding the case, which has drawn significant media attention.