Deputy Sheriff Norman Tony Silva, II

Deputy Sheriff Norman Tony Silva, II | Denver Sheriff's Department, Colorado
Denver Sheriff's Department, Colorado
Deputy Sheriff Norman Tony Silva, II

Denver Sheriff's Department, Colorado

End of Watch Wednesday, February 3, 1993

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Norman Tony Silva, II

Deputy Sheriff Norman Silva was accidentally shot and killed when his partner's weapon discharged after transporting a prisoner to the Denver City Jail.

The weapon had been unloaded for safety reasons. Deputy Silva had opened the cylinder and handed the weapon back to his partner, who snapped the cylinder shut.

Unbeknownst to both officers, one round had remained in the cylinder and when the officer shut the cylinder he inadvertently pulled the trigger, causing the weapon to discharge.

Deputy Silva had served with the Denver Sheriff's Department for seven years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and son.

Bio

  • Age 30
  • Tour 7 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
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I didn't know Tony well,but knew of him going to Lake Jr High. My heart goes out to his family. It is amazing to see what heroes different ones from my younger years turned out to be, but sad they are tragically gone.

Lori
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April 10, 2020

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