Deputy shot in head killed by man accused of shooting cat in Highland County, officials say

When Deputy William Gentry approached Joseph Edward Ables, 69, at his front door, Ables pulled a gun on the deputy, shooting him in the head, officials said.

May 7, 2018 at 6:44 p.m. UTC

By Kelly Healey

HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Fla. — Download: WFTV mobile apps

"It is with tremendous sadness that I report that Deputy William J. Gentry Jr. passed away at 1:10 p.m. today, May 7, at Lee Memorial Hospital as a result of his injuries," said Highland County Sheriff Paul Blackman. "Please keep his family and our HCSO family in your prayers."

Watch sheriff's news conference below:

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