Nov. 2024. Blues Vol 40 No. 11

AROUND THE COUNTRY

AROUND THE COUNTRY ORANGE COUNTY, FL. Lt. Ellie Shea was shot and killed last week, reportedly by her husband who is a former sheriff’s sergeant, and made to like a suicide. ORANGE COUNTY, FL. – A lieutenant with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in Florida was reportedly shot and killed by her estranged husband who is accused of staging the scene to look like a suicide, according to reports. On Monday at about 2 p.m., Lt. Eloilda “Ellie” Shea, 39, was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head at a residence on El Prado Avenue in response to what appeared at the time to be a suicide. The woman’s estranged husband, identified as Anthony Shea, 49, a former OCSO sergeant, is accused of murder in the first degree with a firearm. “At the time, we responded to those inquiries with the information we had, which was that the call appeared to be a suicide,” the sheriff’s office said in a press statement. Anthony Shea made the 911 call Monday afternoon, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by WKMG. When homicides detectives arrived, the husband allegedly said he had found his wife on their bed, in a pool of blood, a gun resting on her chest. “We had a bad night last night, arguing about my affair,” Anthony Shea told detectives, according to a copy of the affidavit obtained by WFTV. Homicide investigators eventually concluded that Anthony Shea shot and killed his wife in her bedroom and “attempted to conceal his actions under the guise of a suicide,” according to the arrest report, Fox 35 reported. According to the affidavit, a combination of cell phone records as well as audio from a body-worn camera led detectives to believe the victim had been murdered. The defendant reportedly used his wife’s phone to send messages to his own phone, delayed calling 911 after the shooting and misled deputies at the scene, Law&Crime reported. Anthony Shea was arrested on Friday for first-degree murder with a firearm, and was booked at the Orange County Jail where he is being held without bond, according to Fox News. The accused murderer resigned from the sheriff’s office in August, while under investigation for allegations that would have resulted in his termination, OCSO said. He resigned due to being under an internal investigation for having an affair and having 38 The Blues - November ‘24

had intercourse on duty, WESH reported. “Ellie cared deeply about this agency and the work we do, and I considered her a rising star,” Sheriff John Mina said in a statement. “We have all struggled this week with feelings of shock, grief and guilt while we tried to make sense of Ellie’s death, which was meant to appear as a suicide. I want to thank our homicide detectives, who had the extraordinarily difficult job of investigating a colleague’s murder, for their diligence in ensuring justice for Ellie.” “It’s devastating to know we will never again be on the receiving end of Ellie’s kindness or warm smile,” he added. “We pray for her two girls, the rest of her family, and all of those who love her.” In a separate press release, OCSO fondly remembered the slain lieutenant for her many attributes. “She lit up every room she entered with her infectiously bubbly personality, beautiful spirit and kind smile,” the department noted. “Ellie was a mentor, teacher, advocate, protector, cheerleader and an inspiration to women aspiring to be leaders.” “A loving mommy of two little girls, Ellie served her community with grace, integrity and pride, and she will be profoundly missed.” “Her Orange County Sheriff’s Office family has been rocked by this tragedy, and we are wrapping our arms around each other – and all those who love Ellie – while we try to cope with this devastating loss,” it concluded. LE AGENCIES CALL FOR PRICING Tel: 800-367-5855 www.proforceonline.com Supplying Equipment and Accessories to Law Enforcement Agencies! 01802 DAN WESSON SPECIALIST M&P 15 AXE 9MM CALIBER: 45 ACP CAPACITY: 8+1 SIGHTS: NIGHT SIGHTS BARREL LENGTH: 5” 5.5613665 CALIBER: 5.56 NATO CAPACITY: 30+1 SIGHTS: FOLDING BARREL LENGTH: 16.1” 5.56 0212802081047 DDM4V7 AR15 DDM4 V7 S XR920P CALIBER: 5.56 NATO CAPACITY: 32+1 STOCK: COLLAPSIBLE BARREL LENGTH: 16” SS-3212-P 9MM CALIBER: 9MM CAPACITY: 10+1 SIGHTS: NIGHT SIGHTS BARREL LENGTH: 4.25” VP9SK 5.56 STV916556BB5-FL SAINT VICTOR CALL OR EMAIL US FOR PRICING OR ASK US ABOUT DEMOS OR TRADE-INS 81000811 OPTIC READY 9MM CALIBER: 9MM CAPACITY: 12+1 | 15+1 SIGHTS: NIGHT SIGHTS BARREL LENGTH: 3.39” CALIBER: 5.56 NATO CAPACITY: 30+1 STOCK: COLLAPSIBLE BARREL LENGTH: 16” CHECK OUT THESE GREAT MANUFACTURERS AXON • AIMPOINT • BERETTA COLT • BIANCHI • TASER • BENELLI SMITH & WESSON • CZ USA DANIEL DEFENSE • HUXWRX SIG SAUER • SHADOW SYSTEMS DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY • AGUILA EOTECH • BURRIS • OTIS MOSSBERG • PROTECH • RUGER STREAMLIGHT • MAGPUL • H&K SAFARILAND • SPRINGFIELD BLACKHAWK • HOLOSUN TRIJICON • SUREFIRE • BOLA WRAP US PEACEKEEPER • REMINGTON NIGHTSTICK • FNH AMERICA NOTE: TERRITORY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY Visit our website today for up to date information, pricing and products! PROMOTION ENDS 11/30/24 Support Center: 2625 Stearman Road, Prescott AZ, 86301 Tel: (800) 367-5855 e-mail: sales@proforceonline.com | www.proforceonline.com The Blues - November ‘24 39