Central Florida officials react to shooting in Lake County

We offer our deepest condolences to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office for the tragic death of Deputy Bradley Michael Link and the wounding of two other deputies. Our prayers are with their families and colleagues. Statement: https://t.co/ihvHdvGLaY

— Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings (@OCFLMayor) August 3, 2024

“Our hearts go out to the family, friends and Lake County Sheriff’s Office after the tragic death of a deputy last night. We pray for them and for a speedy recovery for those injured.” FDLE Commissioner Mark Glass pic.twitter.com/0rSsyJ61ui

— FDLE (@fdlepio) August 3, 2024

Our hearts break for our brothers and sisters at the Lake County Sheriff's Office who tragically lost one of their deputies last night. We mourn with them and continue to pray that the two other deputies who were shot will make a full and swift recovery. pic.twitter.com/CAyYw1D1mP

— Ocala Police (@ocalapd) August 3, 2024

Ann and I are heartbroken to hear about the loss of a Lake County Sheriff's deputy and injury of two others. I just spoke with the Sheriff and told him my family along with every Floridian is keeping the Lake County Sherriff's Office, the victims and their families in our… https://t.co/5gH0Q2zuL8

— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) August 3, 2024

Early this morning, three Deputy Sheriffs with the Lake County Sheriff's Office were ambushed while investigating a call. One deputy was trapped inside after being shot with the gunmen and the other two were shot trying to rescue their fallen brother. Sadly, the one deputy has… pic.twitter.com/oCBFy8yKSr

— Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (@FlaglerSheriff) August 3, 2024

We are sending love and strength to our friends at the Lake County Sheriff's Office, who lost a deputy in the line of duty last night, and hoping for a full recovery of the two other deputies who were injured. pic.twitter.com/31Uu3lbrHZ

— UCF Police Department (@UCFPolice) August 3, 2024

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a Lake County deputy and pray for the recovery of two injured deputies. Please keep their families and the Lake County Sheriff's Office in your thoughts. From the Kissimmee Police Dept, we offer our sincere condolences and support. pic.twitter.com/DuaV4ZXpcW

— Kissimmee Police (@kissimmeepolice) August 3, 2024

Sanford PD stand with @LakeCountySO in heartfelt solidarity this morning. Our deepest condolences to the family of the deputy who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to the families of the two deputies who were also shot. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragedy. pic.twitter.com/h77NMr0YCk

— SanfordPolice (@SanfordPolice) August 3, 2024

We mourn with our brothers and sisters in blue with the Lake County Sheriff's Office after the tragic loss of one of their officers last night. Our condolences to the family of the fallen officer, the coworkers, and the other officers that were also injured during the incident. pic.twitter.com/blX421zTKT

— Titusville Fire Dept (@TitusvilleFire) August 3, 2024

LMPD extends our deepest condolences & unwavering support to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office during this difficult time. Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a Lake County deputy & pray for the full recovery of the two injured deputies. pic.twitter.com/qd3kpEbvAT

— Lake Mary Police Department (@LakeMaryPD) August 3, 2024