<P> Throughout season two, Hale started to show some signs of cooperation with SAMCRO, realizing that L.O.A.N. was more of threat to Charming than SAMCRO . He began to understand Unser's behavior, realizing that the elderly chief didn't have much of a choice anymore in whether or not to deal with Clay Morrow and the Sons . In the episode "The Culling," Unser informs Hale that he will be the new acting chief (possibly signifying Unser's retirement in the near future). </P> <P> In the second - season finale, perhaps adopting some of Unser's attitude, Hale appeared unconcerned with what SAMCRO did to A.J. Weston and Ethan Zobelle as long as it was not done in Charming . Ethan Zobelle, cornered in a deli outside of Charming by SAMCRO, called Hale for help . Hale lied and told Zobelle that the sheriffs were on the way, but after hanging up he made no effort to inform the local sheriffs . He was last seen consoling a distraught Tara Knowles over the kidnapping of Abel Teller . </P> <P> In the season premiere, Hale is first seen moving into the office of the chief, a position that he states will soon be official . His brother, Jacob, apologizes for bringing Zobelle to Charming, and states that he never intended things to escalate as far as they did . Jacob also tells Hale that he is continuing with his campaign to be mayor of Charming, and asks for "the support of the chief ." Hale agrees to support his brother . Later in the episode, Hale keeps vigil over Half - Sack's funeral which is being attended by numerous Sons Of Anarchy members and associates . Jacob meets him there and reiterates his disgust for the gang and the apparent outpouring of support for them . Hale explains that people, including those in Charming, don't like to see SAMCRO vulnerable since it makes everyone uncomfortable . Later into the funeral, an unknown party, later revealed to be the Calaveras MC, commits a drive - by shooting, injuring and killing several attendees . Hale tries to stop them by getting in front of their van and firing at the driver, but is killed when the vehicle runs him over . Jacob and Unser both futilely rush towards his bloodied body as the van speeds off . </P> <P> In an interview, series creator and executive producer, Kurt Sutter, explained that the decision to kill Hale in the season premiere was motivated by Sheridan's desire to move on to another project . </P>

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