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LODD: NY asst. chief dies of cardiac arrest

Chief James Wilber, a 40-year veteran, died at a hospital after being transported by colleagues

DELHI, N.Y. — An assistant fire chief died Sunday after suffering an apparent cardiac arrest while responding to a call.

CBS Albany reported that Assistant Chief James Wilber, a 40-year veteran with the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department, died at a hospital after he was transported by colleagues.

Chief Wilber leaves behind a wife, son and sister.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

We will update you with more information when available.