Virginia orders flags to half-staff for fallen Deputy Burlie W. Duvall III

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has issued a flag order to honor Appomattox County Deputy Burlie W. Duvall III, who died in the line of duty. The flags of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia will be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings in memory of his service.

Deputy Duvall, 33, was traveling home from the academy when he and a fellow deputy encountered a multi-vehicle crash. While attempting to assist those involved in the accident, Duvall was struck by a vehicle and killed.

Funeral services for Duvall are scheduled for August 15, 2026, at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Appomattox, with a subsequent service in Maryland on August 17, 2026.