Hamilton County deputy dies, sheriff says

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey announced Saturday that a deputy has died.

McGuffey says Deputy Marcus Zeigler had been with the sheriff’s office for nine months and was enrolled at the Great Oaks Peace Officer Academy.

“He was always happy and helpful; proud to be a deputy; and was also a well-known entrepreneur,” the sheriff said.

It is unclear how he died.

“Deputy Zeigler made a strong impression on us from the moment he started. His smile is unforgettable. He was also known for loving his family and wanting to leave a legacy they could be proud of. And he did just that,” Sheriff McGuffey said.

The sheriff’s office is asking the public for privacy for Zeigler’s loved ones.

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