SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office released a statement that an off-duty lieutenant had been found dead in his home on Sunday morning.
BCSO added that they do not suspect foul play. The medical examiner confirmed the man's identity as Jeremy Payne. Payne was the president of the Deputy Sheriff's Association of Bexar County until earlier this year.
DSABC released the following statement:
"Having learned this morning of the passing of our former President, Lieutenant Jeremy Payne, we are heartbroken and offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Lieutenant Payne was a compassionate leader who fought tirelessly for his fellow brothers and sisters working for the Bexar County Sheriff's Office. We ask everyone to keep those who shared their lives with him in their thoughts and prayers. At this time, we are unable to provide details surrounding his passing and ask that his family's privacy be respected."
BCSO's full statement is below:
"An off-duty lieutenant assigned to the Detention Bureau was found deceased this morning at his residence in West Bexar County. There is no suspected foul play. The family has requested privacy. BCSO Media Services will provide updates as available and appropriate."
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