“Andy was loved by his fellow officers and the community which he chose to protect,” Captain Johnny Evans told reporters at a Friday press conference, according to AL.com. “The Vestavia Hills Police Department extends our gratitude to the community for their outpouring of support during this difficult time. We would also like to extend our appreciation to the Gardendale Police Department for their professional courtesy in handling this situation. We extend our deepest sympathy to Andy’s family, relatives and friends.”