Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has been recognized as the 2024 Investigative Partner of the Year by Homeland Security Investigations’ (HSI) Atlanta Field Office, which oversees federal law enforcement operations in Alabama and Georgia. The prestigious award was presented to Special Agents assigned to ALEA’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) during a ceremony held in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday, February 13.
In addition to the Partner of the Year award, SBI Special Agents based in Mobile received the 2024 Investigation of the Year Award, while a Special Agent in the Birmingham area was recognized as HSI’s Task Force Officer of the Year.
ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor emphasized the importance of collaboration with federal agencies in safeguarding communities. “The partnerships we cultivate with federal agencies are paramount in our shared mission to protect our communities,” Taylor stated. “It’s an honor for our team to receive this prestigious award, and we are grateful for the strong partnership we share with Homeland Security Investigations.”
ALEA SBI Director Chris Inabinett echoed this sentiment, highlighting the dedication of ALEA agents. “Oftentimes, due to the sensitive nature of the cases and the investigations our Special Agents handle, we are unable to highlight and recognize them for their specialized and diligent work. However, these awards are a testament to the unwavering commitment and dedication of not only our Agents but also our federal partners.”
HSI, the investigative arm of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is responsible for investigating transnational crime, including the illegal movement of people, goods, money, contraband, weapons, and sensitive technology. ALEA SBI actively supports its federal partners, with ALEA Special Agents serving on various task forces, including the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force, DEA’s High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Task Force, FBI Safe Streets Task Force, and the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force.
This recognition underscores ALEA’s ongoing commitment to collaboration and excellence in law enforcement operations.
