Delaware State Police expressed heartfelt appreciation to community members, partner agencies, and fellow law enforcement officers for the tremendous show of respect demonstrated during the dignified transfer ceremony honoring fallen Cpl/1 Matthew T. “Ty” Snook.
Community members gathered along streets, observed moments of silence, and held signs expressing appreciation and solidarity as Cpl/1 Snook received his final escort. State police officials expressed deep appreciation for the kindness extended to Cpl/1 Snook’s loved ones and to officers who remain on duty during this period of tremendous grief.
Colonel William D. Crotty, Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, emphasized the significance of the community response. “The outpouring of support shown today serves as a powerful reminder that Cpl/1 Snook’s service and sacrifice will never be forgotten,” Crotty stated. “On behalf of the Delaware State Police, I thank the public and our law enforcement partners for standing with Ty’s family and with our agency during this heartbreaking time. We continue to ask for prayers for his wife, his daughter, and the entire family.”
Governor Matt Meyer also honored the fallen trooper’s memory and service. “Cpl/1 Matthew ‘Ty’ Snook was a dedicated Delaware State Trooper whose courage and commitment to protecting others was evident every day he put on his uniform. He was also a husband and a father. In his final moments, he showed the kind of bravery most of us can only imagine, reflecting the highest values of service. As we hold his wife, his little girl, the law-enforcement community, and all who loved him close in our hearts, may we honor Ty’s legacy by striving to build a world worthy of the sacrifice he made,” Meyer said.
Secretary Joshua Bushweller of the Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security reflected on the tragic loss. “We are mourning the tragic loss of one of our own Delaware State Troopers, Cpl/1 Matthew ‘Ty’ Snook, who was murdered in the line of duty. This is a devastating time for Ty’s family, for the men and women of the Delaware State Police, and for our entire law enforcement family across the state. Cpl/1 Snook made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the people of Delaware—answering a call to protect others, never knowing it would be his last. His courage, commitment, and selflessness will never be forgotten. We ask all Delawareans to keep Ty’s family, friends, and fellow troopers in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time,” Bushweller said.
State police officials continue to express gratitude for ongoing community support as the department mourns Cpl/1 Snook’s death.
With permission from the Snook family, an official support fund has been created to assist Cpl/1 Snook’s survivors. Information about the fund can be found at Help Support Corporal Grade One Snook’s Family | Help a Hero.