Alexander Thalmann - Law Enforcement - North Carolina

Officer Alexander Thalmann, age 22, died on March 31, 2014, at a hospital in North Carolina, with his family around him. 

Alex Thalmann

Alex was a member of the New Bern Police Department. He had only 7 months of service before he was struck down. 

On March 28, 2014, at about 11:45 p.m., Alex was conducting a routine subject stop at a intersection in New Bern.  He was speaking to the male subject, who had been riding a bicycle. Alex called for backup and other officers arrived at the scene. 

The male subject suddenly fled on foot and then opened fire, striking Officer Thalmann in the face and a second officer in the leg.

Bryan Shillings

Other officers were able to return fire and killed the subject.

Alex and the other officer were transported to a local hospital where tragically Alex passed away 3 days later. 

The subject was Bryan Stallings, age 35.  He had a gun in his possession.  He had numerous prior convictions including a sex crime conviction.  He had told friends that he would never go to prison again. And he meant it. 

The police department is in mourning over the death of their brother. He is described as committed to the service of his community.  He did his best. 

Michael, Archangel, Patron
Saint of the Police, pray for
Alex

The family of Alexander Thalmann is devastated over his sudden and tragic death. Oceans of tears will be shed for his man. He will be forever mourned. 

Alex was a 2010 graduate of Washington High School. 

Alex was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He had served two tours of duty in Afghanistan.  

Alexander is survived by many loving comrades, friends and family members.

Thank you for your service to the public, Alex. 

Pray for all who die in the line of duty.

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

Pray that Alex is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.