EOW: January 21, 2022

Elk Grove Police Officer Tyler “Ty” Lenehan was killed when his police motorcycle was struck head-on by a drunk driver on State Highway 99, in Sacramento on January 21, 2022. The drunk driver was traveling in the wrong direction when he struck Officer Lenehan while he was on his way to start his shift. The man was arrested by members of the California Highway Patrol as he attempted to walk away from the scene.

Officer Ty Lenehan was a U.S. Air Force veteran and proudly served his country. After his time in the service, he continued his commitment to serving others and started a career in law enforcement. Ty started his career at the Citrus Heights Police Department where he worked for four years. He later transferred to the Galt Police Department for two years, until ultimately getting hired for the Elk Grove Police Department, where he served his community for six years. Ty’s favorite part of police work was being a Motor Officer.

During his life, Ty was dedicated to fitness. He was an avid runner, and since his passing, an annual memorial 5K run has been established in his name, aimed at supporting Law Enforcement Officers and their families who’ve experienced tragedy.

Ty is remembered by all who knew him for his vibrant personality. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, exercising his faith, hunting, and barbequing. Officer Lenehan is survived by his wife Jessica, who is an officer with the Sacramento Police Department, and two children 17 year old Austin and 15 year old Sydney.