Riverside County Sheriff’s Deputy dies from COVID-19

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is mourning the loss of one of their deputies who died from COVID-19 Thursday morning, officials said.

According to a post from the sheriff’s department, Deputy Terrell Young served with the department for 15 years and is the first member of the police department to succumb to coronavirus.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones during this difficult time,” stated the post.

“Deputy Young is survived by his wife and four children,” said Bill Young, president of the Riverside Sheriff’s Association. Young said the family asked for privacy.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department expressed their condolences and said the following, “Our hearts are with the family, our Riverside County Sheriff’s Department partners, and the entire community.”

As of Thursday, 13 people have lost their lives to the coronavirus and there are 429 confirmed cases in Riverside County. Three other Riverside Sheriff’s deputies have tested positive for coronavirus, according to Sheriff’ Chad Bianco.

We are saddened to announce the passing of one of our own RSO family members, Deputy Terrell Young. Terrell Young served this department for 15 yrs & is the 1st member to succumb to the COVID-19 virus. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/bKYGI3KIXP

— Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept (@RSO) April 2, 2020

It is with an extremely heavy heart that we share with all of you, the tragic news of the loss of life of one of our deputies, Deputy Terrell Young. Deputy Young passed away this morning, Thursday, April 2, 2020, due to complications from COVID-19. Full statement below. pic.twitter.com/vxDGn8kRxJ

— Riverside Sheriffs’ Association (@RSA1943) April 2, 2020

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