Chief of Police Riley Scott Sumner, Chelsea Police Department, Michigan

Chief of Police Riley Scott Sumner

Chelsea Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Thursday, April 13, 2006

Riley Scott Sumner

Chief Riley Scott Sumner and Reserve Officer Matthew Tuttle were killed in a helicopter accident in Scio Township while providing aerial support for officers who were involved in a foot pursuit.

The foot pursuit started during a traffic stop on I-94. Chief Sumner and Reserve Officer Matt Tuttle responded to the location in Reserve Officer Tuttle's personal helicopter to help track the suspect.

The helicopter crashed near the intersection of Staebler and Jackson Roads, killing the officers.

Chief Sumner had served as a sworn officer with the Chelsea Police Department for 19 years, and had served an additional 4 years as a dispatcher. He is survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

Age 43
Tour 19 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident

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12 years, feels like yesterday sometimes. You were like a brother to me, a brother I always wanted and so glad I never had and I miss you!
You were a hoot to work along side.
I remember your sons first haircut, you sitting beside him. Loving Amy so completely, always wanting to make her happy. The boys, your finest achievement.
Miss you my friend.

Vicki
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April 13, 2018