East Haven Police Sergeant Injured in House Explosion Retires

EAST HAVEN, CT - An East Haven police officer who was seriously injured when he responded as part of a SWAT squad of officers to a house explosion in North Haven in May of last year is retiring from the department.

East Haven police said this about the retiring officer on social media: Sergeant Anthony Rybaruk, who was one of many police officers from several area towns injured in the house explosion that resulted from a domestic dispute and killed one person.

“Please join us in wishing Sergeant Anthony Rybaruk well after having to medically retire earlier this week from the East Haven Police Department due to injuries sustained during the North Haven SWAT explosion on May 2, 2018.

“Sgt. Rybaruk is a 14 year veteran of the force and has held many positions at the PD including being a SWAT operator with SCR-SWAT, K-9 Program Supervisor, Field Training Officer, Peer Support Team member and a friend to all. A man of many jokes and one liners, he was an asset to this department and will be missed dearly.

“In his own words echoed in his last email to the department: “Take care and be kind to each other. This job can be difficult, lift each other up when someone is having a bad day. Remember an act of kindness is a strength, not a Officer’s weakness.” These words were demonstrated by him everyday.

“Good luck Sergeant Rybaruk in all your future endeavors.’’

Sgt. Rybaruk’s resignation was recognized on social media by Mayor Joseph Carfora, who said:

“Best of luck in your retirement although it’s a huge loss for our department, we want to thank you for your 14 years of service- God bless you in all of your future endeavors,” said Carfora.