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Fla. deputy continues to save lives in final act of organ donation

Orange County Deputy Michael Milmerstadt suffered a brain injury while off-duty

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By Bill Carey
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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A Florida deputy was saluted for his final act of service to others through the gift of organ donation.

Orange County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Michael Milmerstadt suffered a brain injury while off-duty training at a gym last week, Fox 35 reported.

The sheriff’s office posted photos on social media showing officers escorting Milmestadt’s body to a funeral home. Milmestadt’s donation could save the lives of eight people, according to the sheriff’s office.

A GoFundMe account was started, which has since raised more than $189,000.