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.
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The 11-year FDNY veteran suffered cardiac arrest while operating on the roof during an all-hands fire
Brittney Ramos is suing the city of Rock Falls and two fire chiefs, alleging their reckless actions led to her husband falling through a floor and running out of air
Columbia County Fire Recruit Kalif Leslie Daly became ill during physical training and later died at a hospital
Kennett Captain Robert “Big Rob” Lee Moore responded to the scene of a residential house fire and later suffered a heart attack
The family of Firefighter William P. Moon II made the decision to donate his organs to save the lives of others
The man faces seven charges, including reckless vehicular homicide and failure to stop for an emergency vehicle
A fundraiser has been set up for the family of Charles D. Swank, an Army veteran who had five children
The Lehigh County coroner said the manner of death for Marvin Gruber and Zachary Paris is pending investigation
But House and Senate members may work together to alter the legislation prompted by a Cleveland firefighter’s death
The survivors have claims worth more than $10 million, attorneys for the families said
Mental health experts are issuing advice to coworkers and family members about the warning signs of someone struggling with the deaths
At the end of the route, neighbors gathered to pay their respects to Firefighter Marvin Gruber and First Assistant Chief Zachary Paris
“Numerous maydays were given,” a trooper said, before Firefighter Marvin Gruber and First Assistant Chief Zachary Paris of the Community Fire Company were transported
The charter boat captain is asking a federal judge to clear him of all liability as investigations continue
Mapleton Firefighter Kurt Keilhofer was hit by a 19-year-old driver who lost control, troopers say
“Completely broken heart": Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company Capt. Mike Reid announced the death of his son Chief Zachary P. Reid
Both men admitted that they knowingly supplied the fentanyl that killed 43-year-old Brian M. Parrish
Penn Hills Paramedic Joshua Smith said Nicholas Theofilis would go on ride-alongs as a teen and shadow medical personnel
Ohio House members added an amendment requiring a minimum 5-year prison sentence when the victim is a firefighter or EMS provider
Police reports showed the driver was drunk when he struck Firefighter Johnn Tetrick, who was working a rollover crash at the time of the incident
EMS providers resuscitated Saddle Brook Fire Captain Basil Pizzuto at the scene and transported him to a hospital, where his condition worsened
Mark Schmidt served with the Kern County Fire Department for 17 years
Each of Johnny Tetrick’s daughters received a proclamation dedicated to his service as well as a helmet
Nick Theofilis worked for both Penn Hills EMS and White Oak EMS
The rule change comes as the estate of Sgt. Johnny Beernaert prepares to sue the city over the fatal incident
Johnny Tetrick, a 27-year veteran with the Cleveland Division of Fire, was transported to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries
Early tragedy, daring rescues, mega-fires and history-making moments defined the year
Mohammed Islam admitted to intentionally setting the fire that led to William “Billy” Steinberg’s fatal heart attack
Calvert Volunteer Fire Department Chief Everette Watson was picking up supplies for a training drill when he suffered a medical emergency
James “Jimmy” Scanlon, 38, felt unwell while driving and later died from a heart attack
House Bill 5785 would ensure a line of funding is available without disruption
The N.Y. firefighter’s family stressed that the decision “does not prove no crime was committed, only that insufficient evidence was provided to indict”
A grand jury found that there is not enough evidence to warrant charges against anyone at the New York State Fire Academy
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