The long-running A&E seriesStorage Warshas lost its veteran lead, Darrell Sheets, who has died aged 67. Officers in Lake Havasu City reported that the television personality's passing appeared to be the result of a self-inflicted injury. Authorities confirmed the star was discovered at his home with a fatal gunshot wound.
Arizona authorities arrived at the home of the television veteran during the early morning of 22 April after receiving reports of a death. In a statement, police said, 'On April 22, 2026, at approximately 0200 hours, officers with the Lake Havasu City Police Department were dispatched to a residence in the 1500 block of Chandler Drive in reference to a reported deceased individual.'
'Upon arrival, officers located a male subject who suffered from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The male was pronounced deceased on scene and the Lake Havasu City Police Department's Criminal Investigations Unit was notified and responded to the scene to assume the investigation,' the Lake Havasu Police Department said in a news release.
Emergency responders confirmed Sheets had passed away before they arrived, according toDeadline.
The investigation is now being led by the department's Criminal Investigations Unit, with the body moved to the Mohave County Medical Examiner's Office to determine the official cause of death. Pledging to keep the public updated on the tragic discovery, police said, 'Additional information will be released as it becomes available.'
The tragedy took a complex turn on Wednesday when Rene Nezhoda, who previously starred alongside Sheets, shared a video claiming the late star was being targeted by an online harasser. 'He had a guy really, really tormenting him lately and cyberbullying him,' Nezhoda said.
Guys, just cause you watch us on television doesn't mean you know us. It doesn't mean you know what we're about. Also, it doesn't entitle you to bully somebody,' he added.
RIP Darrell Sheets! Our prayers are with you and your family! It’s been a honor to share the stage with you the last 15 years!#aetv#storagewars#realitytvpic.twitter.com/d7VJBMinnG
Nezhoda called on investigators to scrutinise the digital abuse as part of their ongoing probe into the star's passing. 'Darrell has been posting a lot about the guy that's been cyberbullying him and tormenting him and I really hope they look into that guy, and it's just not a pass, because it's just not right, guys,' Nezhoda said.
Reflecting on their relationship, the former castmate explained that despite their fierce rivalry on camera, the pair shared a genuine friendship behind the scenes.
Source: International Business Times UK
