Ala. Trooper credited with saving lives during mass shooting dies of COVID-19 Longtime Wiregrass lawman Michael L. Gillis passed away at the age of 59 years old. (Source: State of Alabama via WTVY) By WTVY Staff | January 24, 2021 at 10:52 PM EST - Updated January 25 at 12:03 AM
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A well-known Alabama law enforcement officer credited with saving lives during the deadliest mass shooting in the stateâs history has died.
Mike Gillis, 59, passed away Saturday from complications related to COVID-19.
Gillis, of Samson, has served in a variety of roles through the years, including time as an Alabama State Trooper and 30 years with the State Bureau of Investigations. At the time of his retirement, he was serving as a special agent.
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