Darrell Sheets, a well-known personality from the A&E reality show Storage Wars, has died at the age of 67.

Investigation into Death and Cyberbullying

Sheets was found deceased on Wednesday at his residence in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Law enforcement officials have indicated the death appears to be the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The investigation into his death is being conducted alongside an inquiry into allegations of sustained cyberbullying that Sheets had been publicly discussing in the weeks prior. He had detailed on Facebook being targeted by what he described as a 'cyber bully stalker'.

Allegations of Online Harassment

Sheets accused the individual of impersonating him online, harassing local businesses, and attempting to extort money from others. Law enforcement has confirmed they are investigating these cyberbullying claims as part of the broader investigation.

Tributes from Co-Stars

Dave Hester, a frequent competitor and co-star on Storage Wars, shared a heartfelt tribute via Instagram. He acknowledged their competitive relationship, stating, “Some of my best battles were with him.”

Hester emphasized the close-knit nature of the Storage Wars cast, expressing his love for Sheets and offering condolences to his family. He also commented on the issue of cyberbullying, hoping those responsible for tormenting Sheets will be held accountable.

In Memoriam and Past Struggles

An in memoriam card honoring Sheets will be featured in this Saturday’s episode of Storage Wars, according to TMZ. The tragedy has brought renewed attention to Sheets’ previously disclosed struggles with depression.

In a 2018 Instagram post, Sheets openly discussed his “24/7 battle” with depression and the potential for devastating consequences.

Desperate Pleas for Help

In the months leading up to his death, Sheets increasingly spoke out about the online harassment he was experiencing. He reported being hacked and impersonated, with the perpetrator allegedly spreading misinformation and inciting threats.

Sheets’ final Facebook posts were a plea for assistance, detailing the extent of the alleged cyberbullying and extortion, and expressing concerns for his safety.