Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Algie L. Long

Hurtsboro Police Department, Alabama

End of Watch Thursday, January 11, 1973

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Reflections for Patrolman Algie L. Long

Patrolman Long,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 11, 2023

Rest in peace Officer Long.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 11, 2022

Thinking today of this great man and the impact he left on a lot of people in Hurtsboro during a time of change in a small southern town. He was colorblind when anyone needed help and is greatly missed. I think his killer is up for parole and it needs to be blocked if possible. R.I.P. OFFICER LONG!

Lynn McCraine
Old Friend

May 16, 2018

Thinking today of this great man and the impact he left on a lot of people in Hurtsboro during a time of change in a small southern town. He was colorblind when anyone needed help and is greatly missed. I think his killer is up for parole and it needs to be blocked if possible. R.I.P. OFFICER LONG!

Lynn McCraine
Old Friend

May 16, 2018

I really miss you uncle Bunchie,you help make a real man out of me.

Lawrence Wayne Jelks
nephew

April 5, 2017

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. You will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 11, 2012

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 3, 2008

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

July 11, 2007

Always remembered and honored for your supreme sacrifice.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, and granddau. of LEOs

January 11, 2007

As we approach the anniversary of his death, we pause to honor the memory of Officer Long and to acknowledge his ultimate sacrifice.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his surviving family members. May God comfort and keep each of you.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery Police Dept. - Montgomery, AL

January 8, 2007

Rest in Peace, Patrolman Long. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2006

33 yrs and you are not forgotten. God Bless the Long family.

Ret. PO
City of Miami PD Fla

August 22, 2006

Dear Algie L. Long Jr., My father was in the FBI from 1969 to 1989 and was significantly involved in the investigation related to your father's murder. He recently died of cancer and prior to his death we spent a great deal of time reminiscing about his work days. I was amazed at the details he pulled out about apprehending the subjects involved.

I think my father developed a healthy respect for your father through the course of the investigation and prosecution. It is nice to see that you have followed in his foot steps. I salute you and wish you well. Maybe some day our paths will cross...

Stay safe..!!

Lt. Jeffrey Smythe
Scottsdale AZ PD

June 13, 2006

Uncle Bunchie,
You always inspired me to be the best in all things. God took you at an earlier age, but I can rest assure that you are in his kingdom. God has smile on you as one of spiritual shepherd.


Love , Jr.

Officer Levi Jelks, Jr
Former Albany Police Dept, Albany ,Ga

March 12, 2006

The Bible states,"You will know a tree by the fruit it bares." I never met Algie Long Sr., but I had the pleasuer of working with his son. Algie Sr. had to be a great man to produce such an outstanding son. May God continue to bless the family.

With Love,
Sanford Johnson

Security Coordinator
Eufaula Housing Authority

August 15, 2005

My father was proud of his job and his Department. He worked with the public to prevent crime. I was employed years later by the same dept. and continued his legacy. I love you and miss you daddy.

Former Algie L. Long, Jr
Hurtsboro Police Dept.

May 25, 2005

On the anniversary of your death, may God grant you eternal peace and bring comfort and peace to your loved ones.

Hero....

January 11, 2005

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