Florida police officer dies from COVID-19 complications, officials say

The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said that Officer Eddie Bounds of the Neptune Beach Police Department has passed away from complications related to COVID-19.

The Sheriff's Office shared their condolences online, stating that they are "sending prayers and condolences to our brothers and sisters at the Neptune Beach Police Department."

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They added, "please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers."

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