Police Officer Christopher Scott "Scotty" Triplett

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Memphis Police Department, Tennessee
Police Officer Christopher Scott
Police Officer Christopher Scott
Police Officer Christopher Scott
Police Officer Christopher Scott "Scotty" Triplett

Memphis Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Saturday, May 22, 2021

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Christopher Scott "Scotty" Triplett

Police Officer Scotty Triplett was killed in a motorcycle crash while he and other officers performed an escort along Hickory Hill Road at about 4:45 pm.

He was traveling northbound when an oncoming car disregarded his emergency equipment and turned left in front of him at the intersection with Swaying Pine Lane, causing a collision. Officer Triplett was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Officer Triplett had served with the Memphis Police Department for 27 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 47
  • Tour 27 years
  • Badge 1992

Incident Details

  • Cause Motorcycle crash

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One of the most down to earth guys i ever worked with, I still find myself replaying our last conversation about the job frequently. You are greatly missed Scotty.

Richmond
Tennessee Highway Patrol

May 22, 2022

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