Mayor David D. Ortega, City of Scottsdale | City of Scottsdale website
Mayor David D. Ortega, City of Scottsdale | City of Scottsdale website
Scottsdale Police Detective Ryan So died Thursday, June 13, after sustaining duty-related injuries. Detective So served the city of Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Police Department for nine years, concluding his service as a member of the Special Assignments Unit.
"This is an unimaginable tragedy for both Ryan’s family and his police family at SPD. Please keep Detective So’s loved ones and colleagues in your thoughts as they cope with this very sudden loss," stated a spokesperson for the department.
Detective So, a Navy veteran, is survived by his wife and three children. Further information will be provided in the coming days, including ways the public can offer support.
Mayor David D. Ortega expressed his condolences: "On behalf of the City Council, we mourn the tragic loss of Detective So, who will be forever remembered for his courage and valor. We offer our deepest condolences to his family and to the entire Scottsdale Police Department family."
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