Heflin Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Saturday, July 3, 1982
Add to My HeroesRalph Byron Bentley
Lieutenant Ralph Bentley was struck and killed by a truck while working an accident scene on US Highway 78, at mile post 181.
No charges were filed against the truck driver.
Lieutenant Bentley had served with the Heflin Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 205
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 31 ReflectionsHappy Heavenly Birthday Dad you would be 78 and relaxing doing hunting or fishing and singing all those songs you would listen to while driving. I sure miss those days as a boy riding around with you. I often wonder how different my life would be if you hadn't lost your life? You stood for truth and justice and how to be a better man. This world needs more men like you. Always know you are my hero and I love you so dearly. With love your son Bryan.
Son Bryan R. Bentley
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