Corrections Officer Richard Bianchi

Corrections Officer Richard Bianchi

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California

End of Watch Thursday, June 25, 2020

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Richard Bianchi

Corrections Officer Richard Bianchi was killed in a vehicle crash on Highway 44 four miles east of Old Station Road near Redding.

He was en route from the High Desert State Prison to Redding Hospital to perform guard duty for an inmate at the hospital. His department vehicle left the roadway and overturned, causing him to suffer fatal injuries.

Officer Bianchi had served with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for 10 years. He is survived by his wife and two adult children.

Bio

  • Age 53
  • Tour 10 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

routine driving, single vehicle crash

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The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Bianchi and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation during this time. Thank you, Officer Bianchi, for your service.

National Police Wives Association

July 20, 2020

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