Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam released the following statement regarding Highlands County Sheriff’s Deputy William Gentry, who was killed in the line of duty.
“Today, with the tragic loss of Deputy William Gentry, we are painfully reminded of the tremendous sacrifices that Florida’s law enforcement officers, and their families, make on behalf of all Floridians. My thoughts and prayers are with Deputy William Gentry’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as the entire Highlands County Sheriff’s Office.
“To all of Florida’s law enforcement community, may you be safe and know that we stand with you.”
