33-year-old Denver deputy dies from COVID-19 complications

DENVER (KRDO) -- The Denver Sheriff's Department is mourning one of its own this week -- according to the Denver Sheriff, Deputy Daniel "Duke" Trujillo passed away due to COVID-19 complications Wednesday evening.

Trujillo was 33 years old, according to the Denver Sheriff's Department. He had been a deputy sheriff for seven years and also served in the United States Marine Corps.

The Denver Sheriff asked for people to pray for Trujillo's family while respecting their privacy.

Just ten days ago, the department announced the death of a 24-year veteran of the Denver Sheriff's Department, James Herrera. According to the department, Herrera passed away due to COVID-19 complications.

According to Trujillo's Facebook page, he's originally from Pueblo West.