Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the Indiana State Police, we extend our deepest condolences. Officer Caleb Abney’s service and sacrifice reflect the courage, commitment, and selflessness that define our profession. His dedication to protecting others will not be forgotten.

We stand in steadfast support of his family, his department, and all those impacted by this loss. During difficult times, we are reminded of the strength of our law enforcement community and the importance of caring for one another.

Indiana State Police Wellness Section

February 19, 2026

Rest in Peace Officer Abney. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Abney Family and the Hahira Police Department.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

February 19, 2026

Rusty easy hero thank you for your service may your sacrifice or memory never fade

Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

February 19, 2026

God Bless your family and friends. May you forever rest in eternal peace. We got it from here brother!

Patrol B Urban
Valdosta Police Dept

February 19, 2026

RIP Officer Abney. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Lowndes County and Hahira

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

February 19, 2026

Requiescat in Paces

Lieutenant (Retired) Michael O’Connor
Madison, CT PD

February 19, 2026

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Caleb Abney during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Police Officer Caleb Abney.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit Police Officer Jennifer T Fettig eow 02/16/04

February 19, 2026

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (ret)
Mobile County Investigation and Recovery (Child Support Enforcement)

February 19, 2026

Yet another Officer taken from us with a senseless tragedy. In his short time of service, we are Forever Grateful for Officer Abney standing between us all and danger. Lord, surround His Family, Fellow Officers and Friends in these days to come. The Blue Line He walked gets Thinner everyday. God Bless You All!

Former Police, Forever In Christ!
Tennessee Spiritual Caregiver

February 19, 2026

Officer Abney,

Thank you for your service to the people of your community. Rest in peace

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

February 19, 2026

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

February 19, 2026

Thank you for your service Officer. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers during this tragic time. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

February 19, 2026

Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America’s Peace Officers leave home without the fear of not returning at the end of their watch. It is a fear that is lived daily. Unfortunately, the worst does sometimes come to pass, and lives are left shattered. Lord God, bless and keep the hearts and souls of those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. Wipe away the tears from their eyes. Soothe their pain and bind up their emotional wounds through the wounds of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Finally, O Lord, if You are willing, have Your warrior servant, Michael the Archangel, God’s Defender and Protector Against Evil, who successfully defeated Satan and his fallen angels in heavenly battle because of his unwavering faith and courage, according to the Book of Revelation Chapter 12, welcome America’s Fallen Peace Officers into Your Eternal Light and comfort their loved ones and all those left behind who mourn. In Christ Jesus’ mighty and holy Name, and by His Power, Authority, and Sacrificial Blood, I believe and pray. Amen.

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, MSBS, NCCA, NACM
Ordained, Independent Christian Clergy
Praying for America’s Fallen Peace Officers Ministry
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974 - 1998)

February 19, 2026

We mourn the loss of Officer Caleb Abney who put his life on the line every day to serve the public and protect the community around him. Officer Caleb Abney was not just a badge, but a brother, a friend, a son, and so much more.
We pray for his family and his fellow officers. Officer Caleb Abney gave his life protecting the people around him and for that we are forever thankful. Rest in
peace.

BPOC Class 26-01-12
MNTC

February 19, 2026

Rest in Peace. Prayers for family, friends and colleagues.

Retired Analyst & LT T.C. Brown
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Survivor

February 19, 2026

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

February 19, 2026

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

February 19, 2026

God rest your soul, Officer Caleb Abney. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Division MAIT

February 19, 2026

God bless you Officer Caleb Abney, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Hihira Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

February 19, 2026

May God Bless you and your family and loved ones during this difficult period. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Sergeant Ed Tom Roney (retired)
Mercer University Police

February 19, 2026