Justin Billa - Police Officer Fatality - Alabama

Justin Billa

Police Officer Justin Billa died in the line of duty on February 20, 2018, at a hospital in Mobile, Alabama.

Officer Billa was a member of the Mobile Police Department. He had over 2 years of service.

A 72 year old man was wanted for the murder of his ex-wife. In the late night hours, Justin, along with other officers, went to the suspect's home on a residential street in the Toulminville neighbourhood of Mobile. As the officers approached the residence, the subject left the house and opened fire. Justin was wounded.

Justin was rushed to a local hospital where, tragically, he succumbed to his injuries.

The shooter had retreated back to his house and barricaded himself inside for several hours. He was later found dead at the scene.

Justin had been named Officer of the Month in June of 2016. Justin later stated in an interview: "We need to go back to helping people instead of just taking them to jail and creating bigger problems. That's my ideal of good policing....".

The members of the Mobile Police Department are in mourning over the death of their

Michael, Patron Saint of the
Police, pray for Justin
and for those who
have lost him.

brother. Justin was a committed professional who was well-liked and well-respected by his comrades. He will be forever remembered.

Justin's loved ones are devastated over his sudden and tragic death. He was loving and he was loved in return. He did his best. He will be forever mourned.

Justin is survived by many loving comrades, friends and family members including his wife and 1 year old son.

Thank you for your service to the community, Justin.

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

God save us from the Lost Ones who bring death to others. Amen.

Pray that Justin is in Heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.