Sergeant Nick Risner
SHEFFIELD-Sergeant Nick Risner was 40-years-old and has served over 8 years with the Sheffield Police Department. Sgt. Risner ws a K-9 Officer and served in the Army Reserve. Nick Risner leaves his parents and a daughter.
Police Chief Ricky Terry released a statement concerning the passing of Sgt. Nick Risner today, October 2:
“It is with a very heavy heart that the Sheffield Police Department is sad to report that Sgt. Nick Risner who was involved in the shooting in Muscle Shoals yesterday has succumbed to his injuries this morning at 9:52am at the Huntsville Hospital. We would like to thank the community and everyone who prayed for Sgt. Risner, his family, and the Sheffield Police Department during this time. We are thankful for Sgt. Riner’s 8+ years of service with the Sheffield Police Department. Sgt. Risner performed a heroic act by protecting the Shoal’s Community from the shooter from entering the Walmart parking lot. If the shooter would have entered the Walmart parking lot, there is no telling how many lives would have been in danger or lost yesterday. The justice system failed not only Sgt. Risner, but his family and everyone who has been affected by his passing. This incident should have never happened, because a coward who should still be in prison was walking the streets. To lose an officer in the line of duty is a tragedy and there are just not enough words to express how sadden we are. Sgt. Risner died a hero, and his legacy and memory will be with Sheffield Police Department and the Sheffield Community forever. Although Stg. Nick Risner is no longer with us, he is continuing to save lives by being an active organ donor. The Sheffield Police Department would like to express their thanks to the Tuscumbia, Florence, Muscle Shoals, and Huntsville Police Departments, as well as , ALEA, and Colbert County Sheriff’s Office for their support during this time. Please continue to pray for the Risner family.”
Attorney General Steve Marshall released a statement concerning the passing of Sgt. Nick Risner:
“We mourn the loss of Sergeant Nick Risner, a hero who was senselessly struck down in the line of duty,” said Attorney General Marshall. “Responding to a report of a victim in a roadway Friday afternoon in Muscle Shoals, Sergeant Risner was met by hostile gunfire during the ensuing chase of the suspect. Sergeant Risner suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to Huntsville Hospital, where today he tragically succumbed to the injuries he sustained.
“We often take for granted the safety of our neighborhoods and communities while—every minute of every day—heroes sworn to protect and serve us venture into harm’s way. Sergeant Risner was such a hero. We live our lives in security because of the bravery and commitment of men like Sergeant Risner who vigilantly stand guard against evil. We can never repay their sacrifice. Please pray for Sergeant Risner’s family, friends, and fellow officers.”
