Madison Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Thursday, June 1, 2023
Reflections for Police Officer Horren Randy Tyler
"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him. "
Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart Florida Police Department, Chaplain
June 1, 2023
Thank you sir for your service.
R. I. P
Mrs.C Singleton /Concern Citizen
June 1, 2023
God rest his soul.
Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.
June 1, 2023
Rest in Peace my brother.
Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division
June 1, 2023
RIP Sir! Praying for family
Lt. Richard Taylor Jr.
Undisclosed
June 1, 2023
Our deepest condolences
Corporal A’Jay Campos
Pampa Police Department
June 1, 2023
Tyler family and friends may God grant all of you with a speedy healing. Officer Tyler thank you for your service to your Community and Department. Most of all thank you for your Ultimate Sacrifice in the Line of Duty.
Rudy Jones ( Retired )
Former Res.Sgt Cuyahoga Falls Ohio Police Dept.
June 1, 2023
Rest Now Chief
Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)
June 1, 2023
Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.
BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher
June 1, 2023
Hey, Horren...Thank you for your service of riding to the sound of the guns. RIP, Sheepdog. I'll hoist a cold one for ye tonight. Those we love never truly leave us. There are things that death CANNOT touch...Jack Thorne.
Dep/Tactical Paramedic Mike Kennard
Los Angeles Co. Sheriff's Dept. Special Enforcement Bureau...Reti
June 1, 2023
RIP Officer/Chief Tyler. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Madison and Ridgeland
Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120
June 1, 2023
The news of Police Officer Horren Tyler's death is heartbreaking and deeply saddening. It is an unfortunate reminder of the risks and dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis. Officer Tyler's ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his community and the service he provided.
It is heartening to see the swift and immediate response of other law enforcement agencies in the area, including the Madison Police Department's Special Response Team, who provided mutual aid as negotiators continued to work towards a peaceful resolution. However, the subject's decision to open fire on officers a second time resulted in Officer Tyler's death, leaving behind his colleagues, family, and the entire law enforcement community to mourn his loss.
Officer Tyler was an experienced and accomplished law enforcement officer, having served with the Madison Police Department for seven years. His prior leadership and service with the Ridgeland police department demonstrate his dedication to the profession. It is clear that Officer Tyler was a respected and beloved member of both departments, as evidenced by the outpouring of condolences and support from his colleagues and the communities he served.
While Officer Tyler's tragic death is a painful reminder of the risks inherent in the work of law enforcement officers, it also highlights the selflessness and bravery that they display every day. As a society, we must continue to support and recognize the essential work of law enforcement officers, and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who give their lives protecting their communities.
Mr Jacob Mcelfresh
PFI
June 1, 2023
Rest in peace, brave hero. You sacrificed all for us. There is a special place in Heaven for bravehearts like you.
Patricia Harrison
June 1, 2023
Thank you for your service Officer Tyler. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers during this tragic time.
Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA
June 1, 2023
Rest In Peace Brother. Praying for both your blood family and blue family. I pray for your Community, which you served so well.
Retired Patrolman
Brunswick, OH PD
June 1, 2023
R.I.P. brother. My condolences to your family and colleagues.
Deputy Christopher Land
Macomb County Sheriff's Office Michigan
June 1, 2023
R.I.P Brave Soul. "Blessed our the Peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God"
Officer M. Freer (ret)
Marietta GA PD
June 1, 2023
Rest in Peace Officer, thank you for your dedicated service
Mary Riddle
Former State of Ohio Parole Officer
June 1, 2023
God Bless you and your family.
Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)
June 1, 2023
On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Police Officer Horren Randy Tyler. Please know we are eternally grateful for Horren’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Police Officer Tyler, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Madison Police Department in Madison, Mississippi for Horren’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Police Officer Horren Randy Tyler’s family.
POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
June 1, 2023
My heart goes out to those who loved and worked with Officer Tyler. A life given to protect others is a great sacrifice to so many. May he RIP.
Brenda Turbyfill
Sister of another fallen officer
June 1, 2023
Thank you for your service.
Dmytro Goloborodko
June 1, 2023
God bless you Officer Horren Randy Tyler, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Madison Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.
Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department
June 1, 2023
SGT. TYLER, YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES ARE IN MY HEARTFELT PRAYERS AND HAVE MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.
INV. R. WYNN, RET.
WILL CO. SHERIFF'S DEPT, ILL.
June 1, 2023
Rest in peace, Officer Tyler. Thank you for your service.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
June 1, 2023
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