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Off-Duty Broward Sheriff's Office Deputy Hospitalized After Attack in Lauderdale Lakes

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  • The deputy, whose name was not released, was rushed to Broward General Hospital in Fort Lauderdale with head injuries.

An off-duty Broward Sheriff’s Office deputy was rushed to the hospital after he was attacked overnight in Lauderdale Lakes.

Rescue crews arrived at the scene near 2380 Somerset Drive before 4 a.m. Monday after reports of a incident in the area.

The deputy, whose name was not released, was rushed to Broward General Hospital in Fort Lauderdale where he is listed in stable condition.

Officials say the deputy was inside the home with a woman when her ex-boyfriend entered and attacked him. Investigators have not released additional details.

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