Denver Sheriff's Department, Colorado
End of Watch Wednesday, February 3, 1993
Add to My HeroesNorman 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)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsI 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
Classmate and worked for DOC
April 10, 2020
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