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January 21, 2011

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Fallen firefighter's helmet stolen in Mass.; $1K reward offered

Firefighter Mike Urban died Jan. 7 after battling the lung cancer mesothelioma

By FireRescue1 Staff

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — Thieves stole the helmet of a fallen firefighter shortly after his funeral last week in Massachusetts, prompting local officials to offer a $1,000 reward for the return of the equipment.

Framingham Firefighter Mike Urban died Jan. 7 after battling the lung cancer mesothelioma, caused by exposure to asbestos.

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The helmet was stolen from the car of Firefighter Urban's nephew, along with other valuables, according to WCVB.

Framingham firefighters say the helmet is irreplaceable.

"It's everything to us, it's a symbol of what we are. A piece of it is missing from Mike now," one firefighter said.

Anyone with information can contact Framingham Fire at 508-532-5930, Fire Dispatch at 508-532-5940, Framingham Police at 508-872-1212 or Middleborough Police at 508-947-1212.

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