MONTGOMERY – In a solemn ceremony held at the State Capitol, Secretary of Alabama Law
Enforcement, Hal Taylor stood with Governor Kay Ivey, Attorney General Steve Marshall and
other distinguished officials to honor the brave law enforcement officers who have lost their lives
in the line of duty. The annual event, organized by the Alabama Fraternal Order of Police (FOP),
brought together families, colleagues, and public citizens to pay tribute during the Fallen Officer
Memorial Service.
“Today, we remember not only the brave actions of these fallen officers but the spirit and
commitment with which they served our communities and the State of Alabama. They are true
heroes whose legacies will not be forgotten,” said Secretary Taylor. “To the families, we are
forever indebted to your loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their
courage, honor, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding our communities will always be
remembered and revered. To every family member, please know that your loss is felt deeply by
all of us, and your heroes will forever hold a place of honor in the heart of our state.”
A wreath was laid to commemorate the fallen at the foot of the Alabama’s fallen memorial statue
located on the South Lawn of the State Capitol. Engraved on the memorial are the words,
“Geater love hath no man that this: that he gives his life to save a friend. Law Enforcement
Officers do even more. Sometimes they give their lives to save a stranger.”
The ceremony included the reading of the names of the officers who have died in the last year,
followed by a moment of silence and the playing of Taps. The Officers who were tragically
killed in the line of duty in 2023 are: Huntsville Police Officer Garrett Crumby, Alabama Port
Authority Police Officer Kimberly Sickafoose, and Montgomery Police Officer Carlos Taylor.
Media Release/Sergeant Jeremy J. Burkett/Administrative Bureau Director/Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
