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NJ fire chief dies, cause not reported

The department announced the death via Facebook, and received an outpouring of support

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DOVER, N.J. — Dover Fire Chief Richard “Turkey” Mattison died Wednesday.

The Dover Fire Department announced Mattison’s death via Facebook.

Although it did not provide more details surrounding the death, the department did note that additional information and funeral arrangements would be posted “when they become available.”

“Please keep the family and members in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,” read the statement.

This story will be updated when more information is made available.