R.I.P. Max Van D'Huynslager

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Former Lee County deputy found dead in Highlands County

A former Lee County deputy and Cape Coral officer was found dead Saturday morning.

Saturday, January 26th 2019, 7:05 PM EST by Caroline Vincent

A former Lee County deputy and Cape Coral officer was found dead Saturday morning.

Sergeant Max Van D'Huynslager, 42, worked in law enforcement for over 15 years, most recently as a deputy for the Highlands County Sheriff's Office. His service also included time with Lee County, Cape Coral and Clewiston.

Highlands County deputies are conducting a death investigation. They said initial reports indicate that Van D'Huynslager took his own life.

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“We ask for prayers and support for his family, friends and our agency family,” Sheriff Paul Blackman said. “We are stunned and heartbroken by this tragedy. Rest assured that the Sheriff’s Office is doing everything possible to comfort Max’s family, as well as all of our members, to help everyone get through the coming days and weeks. We ask that you please respect the family’s privacy during this most difficult of times. We have resources standing by. If anyone is suffering a mental crisis, please reach out to any Sheriff’s Office member.”


The sheriff's office also said that Van D'Huynslager was not on duty during the hostage situation in Sebring, and there is no indication that his death was related to the incident.


He leaves behind a wife and 8-year-old daughter.

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Former Lee County deputy found dead in Highlands County

A former Lee County deputy and Cape Coral officer was found dead Saturday morning.

Saturday, January 26th 2019, 7:05 PM EST by Caroline Vincent

A former Lee County deputy and Cape Coral officer was found dead Saturday morning.

Sergeant Max Van D'Huynslager, 42, worked in law enforcement for over 15 years, most recently as a deputy for the Highlands County Sheriff's Office. His service also included time with Lee County, Cape Coral and Clewiston.

Highlands County deputies are conducting a death investigation. They said initial reports indicate that Van D'Huynslager took his own life.

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“We ask for prayers and support for his family, friends and our agency family,” Sheriff Paul Blackman said. “We are stunned and heartbroken by this tragedy. Rest assured that the Sheriff’s Office is doing everything possible to comfort Max’s family, as well as all of our members, to help everyone get through the coming days and weeks. We ask that you please respect the family’s privacy during this most difficult of times. We have resources standing by. If anyone is suffering a mental crisis, please reach out to any Sheriff’s Office member.”


The sheriff's office also said that Van D'Huynslager was not on duty during the hostage situation in Sebring, and there is no indication that his death was related to the incident.


He leaves behind a wife and 8-year-old daughter.

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Former Lee County deputy found dead in Highlands County

A former Lee County deputy and Cape Coral officer was found dead Saturday morning.......They said initial reports indicate that Van D'Huynslager took his own life........

What a coward...way to be there for your daughter, loser.

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What a coward...way to be there for your daughter, loser.

you stupid POS, you are lowing then scum, hope karma looks you up *****

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What a coward...way to be there for your daughter, loser.

Typical response from an uneducated fool.

Too stupid to realize how much either.

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What a coward...way to be there for your daughter, loser.

Failed compassion, judgment, and intelligence subjects in school?


You are not misdemeanor stupid, you are felony stupid.

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What a coward...way to be there for your daughter, loser.

You are an insensitive fool. And IF you are law enforcement, probably part of the problem where disclosure and assistance is concerned.