Alabama's leaders and others across the state are mourning the death of Irondale Police Lieutenant Mark Meadows, 60, who died on duty while directing traffic for a Church of the Highlands event Monday morning.

Meadows was directing traffic at an intersection around 7 a.m. when he was struck by a passing vehicle. He was transported to Grandview Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating the matter. So far, ALEA has not announced any charges for the vehicle driver that struck Meadows, who pulled over at the scene.

Meadows's death garnered a wave of condolences from leadership across the state.

"Lt. Mark Meadows was a treasured member of our Irondale family for over 30 years," said Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. "He was a man of few words but always led by example and embodied the heart of a true public servant. Lt. Meadows will be dearly missed by his brothers and sisters at the Irondale Police Department, as well as by all of our City employees and citizens. We are comforted in knowing that he is with his heavenly father, and we will continue to cover his family in prayer as they grieve this great loss."

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) took to social media to express prayers and support for the Meadows' friends and family.

"Saddened to hear of the loss of Lt. Mark Meadows of the Irondale Police Department," Tuberville said. "Alabama is grateful for his more than 30 years of service to our state and country. I ask all Alabamians to join me in praying for his family and friends."

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) also offered her sympathies, calling Meadows a "true pillar of the community."

Attorney General Steve Marshall also gave his condolences, remembering Meadows' decades of police service.

"Tonight, my heart goes out to the family of Lieutenant Mark Meadows of Irondale Police Department, his colleagues, and the entire Irondale community," Marshall said.

He continued, "Throughout his over thirty-year career in law enforcement, Lieutenant Meadows was a committed professional who always put the safety and well-being of his community first. He faithfully served his country, state, and city, and we all owe him and his family our gratitude. Please join me and all Alabama law enforcement in mourning the loss of Lieutenant Meadows and offering our condolences to his fellow officers and loved ones during this unimaginably difficult time."

Gov. Kay Ivey joined the chorus, extending prayers for Meadows' family, the Irondale Police Department and the Church of the Highlands community.

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