Norfolk County Sheriff's Office, Massachusetts
End of Watch Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Add to My HeroesRyan Tvelia
Deputy Sheriff Ryan Tvelia was killed in a motorcycle accident on I-95, in Walpole, while en route to Quincy to assist with the funeral detail for the mother of a fellow deputy.
His department-issued motorcycle collided with a vehicle near Exit 11 at approximately 7:40 am. He was then struck by a second vehicle, suffering more severe injuries. He was transported to Norwood Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Deputy Tvelia had served with the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office for 11 years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 225 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Tvelia,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Norfolk County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
A former Norfolk County resident
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