Officials release statements on Thomasville officer who died in crash

Several officials have released statements offering condolences in the wake of the death of Thomasville police officer Dallas Hinton, who died in a car crash on Wednesday. 

Hinton was a two-year officer with the Thomasville Police Department and had served in the Marine Corps prior. 

“Today Alabama sadly mourns the loss of Thomasville Police Officer Dallas Hinton who lost his life this week while on duty," said Governor Kay Ivey. "Officer Hinton was both a devoted protector and a patriot. The sacrifice of any police officer comes as a sudden and heavy blow. Officer Hinton’s loss at such an early age is especially painful."

"A proud United States Marine, he brought to work the same courage and commitment to duty he forged in service to our country. 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."

In a joint statement with Ivey Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Secretary Hal Taylor said, "

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“Yesterday, our state lost a dedicated public servant, and today, we grieve alongside the Thomasville Police Department and the loved ones of Officer Dallas Hinton, whose life was taken far too soon in the line of duty. At just 25 years old, Officer Hinton had already lived a life defined by service, first as a United States Marine, and then as a law enforcement officer committed to protecting his community. That kind of dedication speaks to the very core of who he was."

"On behalf of the entire Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends and fellow officers. We stand with you in this time of profound loss, and we honor Officer Hinton’s life, his service and his legacy. Alabama has lost a true public servant, and he will always be remembered.”

"Before putting on an officer's badge, Officer Hinton wore the uniform of the United States Marine Corps. He carried that same sense of duty and devotion by protecting and serving the people of Thomasville with honor," said Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Wednesday." 

"Alabama law enforcement stands with his family, his fellow officers, and all who loved him. We are grateful for every day he gave in service to others, and we grieve alongside you during this unimaginably difficult time."