PALM BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — The final surviving deputy who was hit by an SUV driver in Palm Seashore County final Thursday has died, in response to native officers.
The Palm Seashore County Sheriff’s Workplace mentioned after days within the hospital, Deputy Ignacio “Dan” Diaz died at 12:42 p.m. Monday after battling vital accidents from the crash.
“Regardless of his brave struggle, Deputy Diaz misplaced the battle as a result of accidents sustained by the tragic crash that additionally claimed the lives of Cpl. Luis Paez and D/S Butch Waller,” the sheriff’s workplace wrote on social media. “As soon as once more, we discover ourselves mourning the lack of one other hero who devoted his life to serving and defending Palm Seashore County.”
The three motorcycle deputies were all hit by the SUV whereas stopped on the shoulder of Southern Boulevard in Loxahatchee on Nov. 21.
Paez and Waller had been pronounced useless on the scene.
“We stand collectively, honoring their reminiscence and supporting their households, mates, and colleagues by way of this time of immense sorrow,” the sheriff’s workplace wrote. “Allow us to keep in mind their braveness and dedication to obligation as we pledge to proceed their legacy of service. To serve and shield was their oath — honoring them is our obligation,”
