FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla — Jorge Salinas, Flagler County's Deputy County Administrator, and his wife were killed in a car crash, according to a county spokesperson.

It is not yet clear when or where the crash occurred. "There are no additional details available to be released at this time," wrote the spokesperson.

Salinas served in the role for more than four years alongside County Administrator Heidi Petito.

“Jorge was a very strong partner in leading Flagler County,” Petito said. “I can’t even imagine the depth of his loss to our community or the pain his children and family must feel. He is already missed.”

The Board of County Commissioners also addressed his sudden death.

“I am very saddened,” said Chair Andy Dance. “A significant void has been created in our Flagler County community.

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