VERO BEACH — Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers posthumously recognized David Long, a locksmith killed during an attempted eviction last month, as an honorary deputy during Long's funeral service. The sheriff said the recognition became effective Nov. 21 - the day Long was shot multiple times in a sudden, unexpected ambush-style attack that killed a deputy veteran and wounded another deputy. Flowers presented a sheriff's badge in honor of Long, a U.S. army veteran. Family members said Long had a million-dollar smile and would light up the room anywhere he went. "David was a longtime partner of our agency, just like the countless tow truck drivers, process servers, linesmen, and others who work hand-in-hand with us on a daily ...
VERO BEACH — There were moments of silence, reflection and heartbreak as mourners remembered a deputy killed in the line-of-duty as having courage in chaos, placing service before self and having a heart that never quit. The fallen officer, 47-year-old Sgt. Terri Sweeting-Mashkow, was known by many to be firm, but fair...tough on the outside and tender on the inside. "911 callers would ask for Terri," Sheriff Eric Flowers said during a funeral service for the beloved deputy. "Terri had a positive impact on those blessed to know her. Her encounters with the public earned her respect." Sweeting-Mashkow was the second deputy to be killed in the line-of-duty since the inception of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office 100 years ...
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — David Long, a locksmith who was shot along with two deputies during an eviction at a beachside community on Friday, has died, sheriff's officials said. He was 76 years old. Sheriff's officials said Long was known for his dedicated service and kind demeanor. Officials said Long will be deeply missed by family, friends and all who knew him. "Our hearts are broken once again by this tragic news. David Long was a resident of our community, a dedicated professional who was simply doing his job when he was caught in an unthinkable act of violence," Sheriff Eric Flowers said in a statement. "His loss, following Sergeant Mashkow's, is a reminder of the sacrifices made, not just ...