Evan Bayh: “I today pay tribute to Indiana State Police Lieutenant Gary Dudley for his decades of dedicated service to the people of…”

“I today pay tribute to Indiana State Police Lieutenant Gary Dudley for his decades of dedicated service to the people of Indiana and his extraordinary kindness toward the families of fallen Hoosier police officers. It is with a heavy heart and a deep sense of gratitude that I honor the life of Lieutenant Dudley, who was killed on August 22 when he was struck by an automobile while participating in a charity bike ride to benefit the families of his fellow officers who have died in the line of duty. Gary's dedication to the families of our State kept him involved in public service up until his death, doing his part to comfort and support Hoosiers as they confront the loss of a loved one. I know he will be greatly missed. Gary was a good and decent man who dedicated his life to serving others. From his work at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy to his involvement in the community, his career was filled with acts of conscientious service on behalf of friends, family members, and Hoosiers across Indiana. The contributions he made touched countless lives. Lieutenant Dudley started his State police career as a trooper in 1979 and was promoted to sergeant in 1991, when he transferred to the training division. He was appointed commander of the Indiana State Police Recruit Academy in 1993. He devoted all of his energy to protecting and serving his community and to caring for his colleagues and their families in their time of need.…”