Colorado Springs Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Add to My HeroesMatthew Robert Tyner
Police Officer Matt Tyner was killed in a motorcycle crash while pursuing a speeding motorcycle on Austin Bluffs Parkway, at Silver Drive, shortly after 2:30 pm.
The motorcycle he was pursuing was traveling more than 120 mph in a 45 mph zone. Officer Tyner's motorcycle was traveling at approximately 100 mph when it collided with another vehicle that made a left turn in front of him.
The driver of the vehicle that Officer Tyner collided with was not charged. The driver of the motorcycle he was pursuing remains at large.
Officer Tyner had served with the Colorado Springs Police Department for 13 years and had previously served with the Kansas City Police Department for six years. He was assigned to the Specialized Enforcement Motorcycle Unit. He is survived by his mother and siblings.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 9618
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile; Motorcycle
- Offender At large
Most Recent Reflection
View all 236 ReflectionsHi brother in blue! Today I am missing you. Funny how this anniversary always creeps up on me. I will put out the flowers and make seven layer bars for the family. You have forever changed my life and taught me how to be a better friend. Love you always!!
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