Memorial service held for Chandler police officer who died following COVID-19 battle
CHANDLER, Ariz. - On Jan. 18, a memorial service and a funeral procession was held for Chandler Police Officer Tyler Britt, who passed away after long battle with COVID-19.
"Officer Britt loved being a police officer and cared dearly about the community he served. Please take a moment to remember Tyler and keep his family in your thoughts and prayers," stated Detective Zachary Waters, in a statement announcing Officer Britt's death.
A graveside ceremony for Officer Britt will be held at around 3 p.m. on Jan. 18 at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery in Chandler. Prior to the graveside ceremony, a private ceremony for Officer brit took place in Maricopa.
Britt served with the department for 19 years, and left behind a wife and son.
Chandler Police Officer Tyler Britt
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