In a statement, the agency said in part: PBSO once again stands together, honoring our deputy’s memory and supporting his family, friends, and colleagues through this time of immense sorrow.

The office identified the deputy on Tuesday as Basil Powell, 39. He had worked for PBSO at its West Corrections Center in Belle Glade for three years. Investigators said the gunman targeted Powell ...

The victim was transported by Trauma Hawk helicopter to St. Mary’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arriving.