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 33 ReflectionsToday marks your 79th Birthday. I really miss you dad as you are always my hero.
Son Bryan R. Bentley
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