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 crash 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 227 ReflectionsDeputy Tvelia, it has been 12 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 11 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
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