By Joanna Putman
Police1
WALLER COUNTY, Texas — A deputy has died after suffering a medical emergency in the line of duty, KBTX reported.
The Waller County Sheriff’s Office announced Deputy John “Eddie” Flemmons died on Nov. 8 after suffering a medical episode, according to the report. Flemmons had been with the sheriff’s office since March 2023 as a patrol field training officer.
The sheriff’s office said Flemmons “set the foundation for many deputies’ careers as a patrol field training officer.”
A funeral for Flemmons will be held Nov. 18, according to the report.
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