2 more Broward sheriff's deputies fired over inaction during Parkland shooting
Source: CBS
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Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony said two additional deputies have been fired as a result of an internal affairs investigation into the agency's response to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland that killed 17 people in February 2018. Tony said during a news conference Wednesday morning that deputies Edward Eason and Josh Stambaugh were fired Tuesday for their inaction.
Tony did not provide details but said a lengthy report would be released later.
"In essence, it was neglect of duty. We lost 17 people," Tony said.
Seven deputies were the subject of the internal review, which was initiated by Tony, who took over the sheriff's office after sheriff Scott Israel was suspended in the fallout over the shooting response. Israel is appealing that decision before the state Senate.
