The law enforcement community and public officials including RepDrewFerguson, SenatorWarnock, JohnBoozman, SenTomCotton, NYPDnews, NYPDChiefPatrol, and RepEzell are expressing their condolences following the deaths of several officers in the line of duty. Sgt. Marc McIntyre of Spalding County was remembered as a dedicated public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice. Representatives and Senators alike shared their prayers and heartfelt condolences for the families and communities of the fallen officers, including Sgt. McIntyre, Stone County Deputy Justin Smith, Deputy Eric Minix of Coweta County, and George County Deputy Jeremy Malone. Deputy Smith was specifically noted to have been shot and killed while attempting an arrest. These incidents have prompted a wave of support and mourning across the affected communities and beyond.
Last night, George County Deputy Jeremy Malone was shot and killed in the line of duty. Please join me in praying for the family and friends of this hero and for the George County Sheriff's Office. https://t.co/JUh8EaTpq8
Saddened by the loss of Deputy Eric Minix. I'm praying for his family, friends, and the Coweta County community as our state mourns a courageous public servant. https://t.co/8nVKn7RYfN
We mourn the loss of Deputy Sheriff Justin Smith, who paid the ultimate price while protecting and serving his community in Stone County Arkansas. Let us honor his sacrifice and support his loved ones during this time of sorrow. https://t.co/N8kGol0WFQ
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and coworkers of Deputy Sheriff Justin Smith of the Stone County Sheriff's Office. He was shot and killed Tuesday while attempting to arrest a man. May he rest in peace and may we #NeverForget. https://t.co/f4HxJBMA6p
Stone County Deputy Justin Smith fell in the line of duty serving the community he swore to protect. There is not a more worthy sacrifice. My family and all Arkansans mourn his loss. May God grant Deputy Smith’s family and loved ones peace. We will not forget his service.…
I'm saddened by the news of Stone County Deputy Justin Smith's death in the line of duty. His service to his community and commitment to enforce the law testify to his character and values. We're praying for all the loved ones and colleagues mourning this fallen hero. https://t.co/X9bXIHmyIj
I send my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Sgt. Marc McIntyre. He protected and served the Spalding County community honorably, and I join his community in mourning the loss of a dedicated & brave public servant. https://t.co/n2EMYygvSQ
Our community mourns the tragic loss of Sgt. Marc McIntyre - a dedicated public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice. My prayers are with his loved ones, and the entire Spalding County community. 🙏 https://t.co/kZI9SFdJm3