An Alabama State Police lieutenant was killed Monday when he was struck by a car while directing traffic at a church.
Irondale Police Lt. Mark Meadows, 60, was setting up cones at an intersection outside Highland Church's main campus when he was hit by a man driving a Chevrolet Colorado. AL.com reported. The driver stopped immediately.
The incident occurred just before 7 a.m. Monday as the church's popular “21 Days of Prayer'' event, which runs from January 5th to January 25th, was preparing to conclude for the day.
Meadows was taken to nearby Grandview Medical Center, where he died from his injuries, Irondale police said.
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Irondale Police Lt. Mark Meadows was killed Monday when he was struck by a truck while directing traffic outside a megachurch in Alabama. (Irondale Police Department / Facebook)
Irondale Mayor James Stewart Jr. described Meadows as a “valued member” of the city's family for decades.
“He was a man of few words, but he always led by example and embodied the spirit of a true public servant,” Stewart said in a statement. “Officer Meadows will be greatly missed by his brothers and sisters at the Irondale Police Department and by all of our city employees and citizens. We take comfort in knowing that he is with our Heavenly Father. We will continue to report on this matter.''His family is mourning this great loss and is sending prayers. ”
The police department announced that grief support will be provided to officers and others in need following Meadows' death.
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Meadows was a military veteran who had been working in law enforcement for decades when he was killed. (Irondale Police Department / Facebook)
Highland Church senior pastor Chris Hodges said Meadows has worked with the church since the main campus in Grants Mill opened nearly 18 years ago.
“Our hearts are heavy beyond measure,” Hodges said in a statement to AL.com, adding that she considered Meadows family.
“All of our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, daughter, son, family, fellow officers, and the many people who loved him,” Hodges said. “Even in the most difficult and trying times, we know that our God provides comfort, strength, and security based on his heavenly promises.As a church, we I will do my best to take care of you.”
In a post to X on Monday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey expressed her condolences to Meadows' loved ones and church family following his death.
“My heart is heavy upon learning of the tragic passing of Irondale Police Lt. Mark Meadows, a veteran and true public servant. My heart goes out to all the people of Alabama, including his family, the Irondale Police Department, and the “The prayers of the Rand Church community are with you,” Ivey wrote.
Irondale Lt. Mark Meadows has helped direct traffic at Highland Church since it opened about 18 years ago, said senior pastor Chris Hodges. (Irondale Police Department / Facebook)
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) said he was “saddened to hear of his death,” and thanked Mr. Meadows for his service to Alabama as a police officer and to the United States as a veteran.
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Meadows began his law enforcement career in 1992 at the nearby Mountain Brook Police Department before transferring to Irondale.
He was a certified FBI instructor in pistols and rifles, and a certified NRA instructor in pistols, according to AL.com. He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.
The Alabama Department of Law Enforcement is leading the investigation into this deadly incident.
