Governor Kay Ivey ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, the day a Thomasville Police officer will be laid to rest.
Dallas Hinton, 25, was killed in an accident with a log truck while on duty last week.
The Tuscaloosa native worked for the Thomasville Police Department for approximately two years.
“A native of Tuscaloosa and a resident of Thomasville, Dallas Hinton proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps in Japan and Afghanistan,” Ivey stated. “ A two-year veteran of the Thomasville Police Department, Officer Hinton brought to his role as a protector of the public the same courage and commitment he forged in service of our country. Sadly, he lost his life while on duty on April 22, 2026. I join with all Alabamians in sending our heartfelt prayers to Officer Hinton’s family, friends and colleagues at the Thomasville Police Department.
“While Officer Hinton may have been taken very early, his passion and devotion to serve will never be forgotten,” she added. “Accordingly, within the State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and across the state of Alabama, flags may be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the date of Thomasville Police Officer Dallas Hinton’s memorial services.”
A memorial service will be held at the Thomasville Civic Center at 10:00 a.m.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the crash.
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