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Statement from DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond

Jan 3, 2021 - 12:24 PM
Close-up of a DeKalb County police badge draped with a black band featuring a blue stripe, symbolizing mourning or respect for fallen officers.

“On behalf of the Board of Commissioners, the employees and residents of DeKalb County, I express our deepest sympathy and offer our prayers to the family and friends of Police Sgt. Daniel Mobley who gave his life in the line of duty. This is a tragic reminder that our frontline public safety employees place their lives on the line for us every day.”

--DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond

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