Irvin C. L. Starling served in the U.S. Army for 4 years and 6 months. Irvin served during the years of the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Patrolman Irvin Starling was shot and killed during a traffic stop of a man who had just beaten his wife moments earlier. As he approached the driver's window the suspect shot him twice before fleeing. The suspect was apprehended a short distance away. The suspect, 49, was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life. He died in prison on May 21, 2017. Patrolman Starling had served with the Attalla Police Department for six months.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Patrolman Starling served with the Attalla Police Department.
Thank you for your service to the Attalla community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Patrolman Starling.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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