DETROIT — A veteran Detroit firefighter assigned to Squad 4 died on Jan. 5, the department’s commissioner announced.
Patrick Trout, 47, was found dead at home after working an overnight shift Sunday into Monday, FOX 2 Detroit reported. The cause of death has not been determined.
Trout had served with the department for 12 years.
“We are heartbroken by the loss of Detroit Firefighter Patrick Trout,” Executive Fire Commissioner Chuck Simms said in a statement. “Firefighter Trout was a proud member of Squad 4 and a firefighter who embodied service, compassion and had a great sense of humor. The team at Squad 4 said they will miss his morning hugs. They are a very close group. His dedication to this department and to the people of Detroit will never be forgotten.”
The fire commissioner said Trout is survived by a young family.
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