RUFUS – Former Federal Crimes Investigation Service Director Paul Dalton has died at the age of 81. Dalton served the agency as its director for 26 years before he was fired by then-President John McCallum in 2022. Dalton is survived by his wife, and four children.

His family confirmed his death on X(formerly twitter), announcing that he had been suffering from pneumonia. Dalton is being remembered by his colleagues who called him a “champion of Justice.” He is being lauded by Republicans who say he worked against President John McCallum to uncover his abuse of power, which resulted in his firing in 2022, and say he should be remembered as someone who went against the machine to deliver equal justice under the law.

“It certainly is a sad day for the agency,” said Sharona Maples, Dalton’s successor. “He worked day in and day out to protect the vulnerability of our justice system working to deliver justice to victims of federal crimes. His dedication to public service was unwavering and his dedication to our nation never failed. May he rest in peace.”

FCIS acting Director Cherry Danillo said that flags would be lowered on all FCIS buildings across the country for 14 days. She said his “devotion to uncovering the truth is honorable.” She also went on to say that he significantly contributed to the operations development of the agency, including guiding the agency through the new era of technology the agency implemented.

President Laylin is scheduled to lower flags later this afternoon according to the Nationalist House. Officials of the Administration says the President will hold a conversation with Dalton’s family. The Administration says it is preparing for Nancy Yates’ departure from the Administration Saturday.