Deputy’s Tragic Act Ends in Suicide | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

A Florida deputy, 47-year-old Troy Savetz, allegedly murdered his ex-girlfriend after a violent dispute over a TV—and then took his own life. When she tried to call 911, Savetz seized her phone, but her children followed her instructions: one stayed on the line with dispatchers, identifying Savetz as a deputy. Authorities found both victims dead in a vehicle and are treating it as a domestic violence case with no public threat. The kids, ages 9 and 12, are now with their dad—and their bravery under fire is being hailed as a powerful testament to their mother’s courage. Listen in comfort:Get a…