Lieutenant Ralph Byron Bentley, Heflin Police Department, Alabama

Lieutenant Ralph Byron Bentley

Heflin Police Department, Alabama

End of Watch Saturday, July 3, 1982

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Ralph 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

accident scene

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Another year has gone by 43 to be exact and yet I still find people who not only remember you but share stories of lasting impacts you made in their lives. Today 1 of your best friends will be laid to rest and it's ironic that it is on the your left this world. So I believe you are both enjoying the best friendship ever still today. Dad I will always say you are my hero and I miss you more than anything.

Son Bryan R. Bentley
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