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.
Botsford Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Peter Blomberg was crossing the street to attend a meeting when he was struck
First responders across the state stood in line to pay their respects to Wethersfield Firefighter Robert Sharkevich Sr.
Barstow Firefighters Local 2325 announced the death of Captain Garrett Miller
After a fatal fire, city officials found that they had no outside policy to guard against the possible costs of health care for firefighters injured on the job
Fire Chief Tracy Sanders, 44, was killed last week when a tractor-trailer hit the fire department truck she was in from behind
Tracy Sanders, 44, was on official business when she was rear-ended by a tractor-trailer and collided with another vehicle in front of her
TEEX official: Henry Smith didn’t just shape the fire school, he helped shape the fire service
First responders across several states saluted the vehicle carrying Chief Gary Wentzell’s ashes
Chief Rodney “Tiny” Menne, 53 was well-known throughout the community and dedicated 30 years to the department
Amy Cupples, 41, died Jan. 7 from surgery complications after having an aortic valve replaced
An attorney for Ray Abou-Arab told a judge that he doesn’t believe a defense can be adequately prepared in time for the start of jury selection
Donald Leroy “Sarge” Brenner Jr., 67, was found slumped over the steering wheel of a fire engine
The body of Lt. Stephen Baker, 39, was escorted by responders from the hospital Sunday
William Tucker, the nephew of the homeowner, was indicted by a grand jury on murder and arson charges in the death of Patrick Wolterman
Jason Carrafiello, 38, died Dec. 26., 2016 after fellow firefighters and EMTs rushed him to the hospital
Ben Parsons, 36, was conscious and responsive when the helicopter crew extracted him, but died of his injuries during the rescue
Charles “Chuck” Flickinger, 56, participated in the response and relief effort during Hurricane Katrina and responded to the Sept. 11 attacks
Jason Abalos, 35, medically retired in 2015 after his disease limited his abilities
Six firefighters were killed after a construction trailer containing 25,000 pounds of ammonium nitrate mixed with fuel oil exploded
During Warren Cummings’ time as chief, city officials said the department saw many equipment upgrades
Firefighter Rajendra Bhojane suffered burns to 60 percent of his body while attempting to rescue a bird
Roger Dale Huffman joined the department in 1967 when he was 22 years old
Over 30 firefighters and 20 police officers waited in the hospital Monday night while William O’Leary was undergoing care
Amy Dimmery, 34, was driving home from responding to a call when she and her husband were involved in car crash
Steve Sunderland, 63, was the founding chief of the Tulare County Fire Department and spent more than 40 years in the fire service
William O’Leary, 52, was transported to the hospital after he fell ill at a restaurant
Lt. Donald “Reid” Key, 31, started to complain of a headache after returning home at the end of a shift
Firefighter Kyle Jameson was honored by Wreaths Across America when the organization laid a wreath for him
Anthony “Tony” Cooke, 66, served the Virginia Beach Fire Department for 25 years
Parker Hess, 16, died after a bullet from Capt. George Matis’ firearm was discharged
Lt. Donald “Reid” Key II, 31, started to complain of a headache after returning home at the end of a shift
Capt. Fred A. Newton Sr., 66, was discovered by fellow firefighters in his car after he went to warm it up before leaving the station
Patrick Wolterman, 28, was killed Dec. 28, 2015 after falling through a floor while battling an arson fire
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