New York State Police Acting Superintendent Steven G. James is saddened to announce the death of retired Trooper Steven A. Tyrrell

On February 7, 2024, Trooper Steven A. Tyrrell passed away from an illness stemming from his assignment in and around the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

Following the events of 9/11, Trooper Tyrrell was assigned to New York City to aid in the search and recovery efforts.

Trooper Tyrell, 58, entered the State Police in October of 1997, and served the agency for 26 years. He was last assigned to Troop T, Henrietta and spent most of his career in Troop T.

Trooper Tyrrell is from Rochester, New York, Monroe County, and is survived by his three children; Sean, Kathryn, and Rachel.

Any updates, including funeral arrangements, will be posted on the New York State Police Online Newsroom.