City streets in South Reno near Renown Health were lined with fire engines and law enforcement vehicles on Wednesday as a private procession honored fallen Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Battalion Chief Ryan Rizzuto.
The procession was closed to the public, and the family has requested privacy during this time.
Chief Ryan Rizzuto and his wife, Danielle Marie Rizzuto, were identified as the victims of a fatal crash on U.S. 50 near Kyburz on Sunday.
ORIGINAL INFORMATION FROM THE DISTRICT
The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District confirmed Tuesday that Battalion Chief Rizzuto passed away while off duty on Sunday night. The district asked the community to respect the privacy of his family and colleagues as they grieve.
TMFPD stated it was notified of the incident on Sunday and said no additional details will be released out of respect for the family’s wishes.
Critical incident support resources have been made available to district personnel. TMFPD acknowledged that a tragedy of this nature affects not only the fire service but the broader community and emphasized its commitment to supporting one another during this loss.
The district extended its condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Chief Rizzuto and asked the community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers.
