Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
The FireRescue1 line-of-duty death page provides ongoing coverage and resources related to firefighter deaths that occur while on duty. The page compiles breaking news, incident updates and memorial coverage honoring firefighters who died during emergency response, training or other job-related duties, while helping the fire service stay informed and reflect on lessons that may help prevent future tragedies.
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation supports the families of firefighters who die in the line of duty through resources, programs and remembrance efforts that honor fallen fire heroes and help their loved ones rebuild their lives. Learn more about how to support firefighter families through the NFFF.
Despite recent federal funding cuts, plans for the 2025 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend are moving forward as scheduled, according to event organizers
The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Chief Garry Moore was reportedly helping a motorist as severe weather moved across the state
Warrens Firefighter Lori Boelkes became ill while driving home after responding to a motor vehicle crash
A federal investigation into the line-of-duty death of Worcester Firefighter Christopher Roy is slated to begin in the new year, officials said
Coal Township Fire Department Captain Scott Dannheimer suffered a medical emergency while at the scene of a house fire
Dr. Dzung Ahn Pham was arrested on suspicion of illegally selling narcotics to a man who is suspected in a DUI crash that killed Capt. Mike Kreza
Half of the earnings from the 50/50 raffle at the Boston Bruins game will go to the daughter of firefighter Christopher Roy
Fire Marshal Scott Specht claimed the investigation into Michael Davidson’s death was rigged so Edward Norton’s production company would not be blamed
Harris Auto Body shut down its collision center to detail the trucks that will be used in the funeral of Christopher Roy
Worcester EMS paramedic Sean Doherty penned the poem “December Mourn” in honor of firefighter Christopher Roy
Christopher Roy, 36, was a 2 ½-year veteran of the Worcester Fire Department
Police said Stephen Berry was killed when his truck slammed into the back of a garbage truck that was stopped in the road
State legislation in recent years to expand firefighter death benefits and workers’ compensation in cancer cases has died without floor votes
An investigation into the 2016 fatal shooting of John Ulmschneider found responders were not warned of the possibility of guns on scene
Firefighters honored the six firefighters who were killed on Nov. 29, 1988, when a burning trailer containing thousands of pounds of ammonium nitrate exploded
The Fallen Heroes Memorial will honor local firefighters, EMS providers and police officers who died in the line of duty
Dallas Fire-Rescue firefighter David Walters died Friday, according to a Facebook post from the department
Green Knoll Fire Rescue firefighter Michael Galay was found unresponsive by his wife the morning after his shift
Firefighters, paramedics and EMTs, though accustomed to death, need to process grief when losing someone close to them
The autopsy does not say the rescue directly contributed to Jeff Holden’s death, but it notes “the conditions of the rescue… were stressful [and] strenuous”
Detroit Fire Department firefighter Michael Lubig was ending a 24-hour shift when he suffered a medical emergency at the fire station
Ignite the Spirit donated money to help Julie Carnithan, cousin of fallen firefighter Billy Grant, rebuild her home
The law makes firefighters, cops and emergency service officers fatally sickened by the toxic debris pile eligible for the 9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor
A video shows Jason Dickey’s 3-year-old daughter, Korbyn, singing “Happy Birthday” on what would have been Dickey’s 39th birthday
Van Wick Fire Department Assistant Chief Dennis Straight was directing traffic at the scene of a crash when a vehicle hit him
Miami Fire Rescue officials said the unnamed firefighter was found by two of his colleagues who realized he was missing before they responded to a call
Prosecutors accused Stephen Taylor Scarpa of driving under the influence of a controlled substance when his van collided with Mike Kreza
After it was revealed that Rick Garner, 29, died of cardiac arrest, Chief Steven Davis said the department will review how responder recruit health is assessed
Magee Fire Department Dustin Grubbs’ vehicle overturned after running off the road while he was on his way to a blaze
Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Captain Mike Kreza was riding his bicycle when he was critically injured by a van
After Raleigh Haas died in August, his colleagues kept his Christmas tradition alive by hanging the lights he put up at his house every year
Legislation recognizes and remembers first responder line of duty deaths
In sentencing Steve Pritchard to 30 years in prison, Judge Greg Stivers said he committed a “dastardly and depraved act” by setting a fire that killed Charles Sparks
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