“As sheriff, I thought these two officers were youthful, driven, and a wonderful addition to an already outstanding team of experts.
It’s easy for the public—and sometimes even for me—to think of law enforcement as superhuman, but we must remember that they are people just like us,” he said in a statement.
“Law enforcement deals with the stress of those they serve in our community, which may sometimes be quite difficult, in addition to the daily stress we all experience.
“While it is impossible for us to fully comprehend the private circumstances leading up to this devastating loss, we pray that this tragedy becomes a catalyst for change, a catalyst to help ease.
The stigma surrounding mental well-being and normalize the conversation about the challenges so many of us face on a regular basis.” On January 8, Clayton and Victoria will be buried together.
Donations to the GoFundMe page or via the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office with “Jayce Osteen” in the remarks are recommended for anybody wishing to help the family during this difficult time.
