Gov. Holcomb orders flags half staff for Deputy Hacker

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Governor Eric Holcomb is directing flags in Vanderburgh County to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Deputy Asson Hacker.

The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s deputy died in the line of duty during a training exercise.

Flags should be flown at half-staff in Vanderburgh County from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, March 9.

Gov. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents in Vanderburgh County to lower their flags to half-staff.

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The Board of Commissioners of Vanderburgh County says they are deeply saddened by the passing of Hacker and proclaim that Thursday will be recognized as Deputy Asson Hacker Remembrance Day.

Board members also ask everyone to recognize the sacrifice he made.