David Terry Car Accident; Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Deputy, David Terry Passes Away In Off Duty Crash
Sheriff Joe Hamilton laments the loss of a devoted colleague; Deputy David Terry, a 26-year veteran of the force, and an unidentified woman are killed in an off-duty car crash.
Two people, including 26-year Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office veteran Deputy David Terry, have died in a horrific vehicle accident near Florence, Alabama. The tragedy happened on Tuesday at around 4 p.m., shocking and grieving the victims’ families as well as the law enforcement community.
One of the casualties of the tragic incident was Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office deputy David Terry, a devoted and well-respected employee. Deputy Terry, who had filed his retirement paperwork and was set to retire in July, passed away, according to Sheriff Joe Hamilton.
Terry had been a distinguished member of the community for 26 years, most recently as the Director of Corrections. He was regarded by his friends and coworkers as a hardworking, kind, and friendly law enforcement officer who consistently put the needs of others before his own.
According to the Florence Police Department, the crash also claimed the life of the female driver of the second car. Her identity has not been revealed as of yet, pending her family’s notice.
Sheriff Joe Hamilton paid tribute to Deputy Terry on social media and offered his condolences, calling him a “true public servant” who will be much missed. Hamilton also sent his condolences to the family of the woman who was not named but died in the collision.
Tuesday afternoon at 4 p.m. saw the collision, and emergency personnel raced to the scene to offer assistance. Both Deputy Terry and the female driver of the other car died from their wounds in spite of their best attempts.
The Florence Police Department is currently looking into what caused the crash; specifics have not yet been made public. The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office is supporting the families impacted by the tragedy and fully assisting with the investigation.
Deputy David Terry is survived by his loving wife and three children, for whom the public and law enforcement community are offering support and sympathies. Terry’s funeral plans are still pending, but in the upcoming days, a memorial ceremony is anticipated.
In conclusion, the town is in grief following the unfortunate deaths of Deputy David Terry and the mysterious woman. The public is asked to respect the privacy of the impacted families throughout the ongoing inquiry and to keep in mind the commitment and service of Deputy Terry, who lost his life in order to save others. I hope they are at peace.
The Florence Police Department and the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office are dedicated to helping the families and making sure that justice is done in this terrible case. In the coming days, a candlelight vigil will be held in the community to remember the memory of Deputy Terry and the unidentified woman.
