Donations pour in as community supports family of Ukiah woman killed in Cloverdale - Local News Matters

Tiffany Tyrell, a 60-year-old resident of Ukiah, was shot and killed in Cloverdale on Saturday, prompting an investigation by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities identified her alleged killer as 56-year-old Lawrence Cassidy, who later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a standoff with law enforcement. Friends and family have launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist with memorial expenses, having raised over $14,491 toward their $18,000 goal. A note on the fundraising page described Tyrell as a light in the lives of those who knew her. Law enforcement responded to the initial shooting call at Cloverdale Heights, where Tyrell was discovered suffering from gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into Tyrell’s homicide remains ongoing, while the Petaluma Police Department is reviewing Cassidy’s death as per protocol for law enforcement-involved fatalities. This tragic incident highlights the impact of gun violence on communities and the importance of support for affected families. Local authorities continue to seek answers and provide assistance as investigations unfold.