TAMPA - Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a murder-suicide in Valrico after a man called saying "he did something bad and that he was sorry."

Deputies entered the home on the 1000 block of Crystal Carbon Way after the victim's employer contacted dispatch saying the victim had not been to work for several days.

Inside they found the suspect and the victim dead.

Deputies say the victim had blunt force trauma to the upper body and the suspect appeared to have a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A gun was also found next to the suspect.

Sheriff Chad Chronister emphasized the need to help out friends and family who may be struggling with mental health.

What they're saying:

"This is an unimaginable tragedy that has left a family and community grieving," said Chronister. "Viole

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