BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WBNG/Gray News) – A firefighter in New York died in the line of duty after a wall collapsed on him, according to officials.
Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham announced the firefighter who lost his life was identified as John R. Gaudet.
The mayor released a statement regarding the firefighter’s sacrifice.
“This is an unspeakable tragedy, and our hearts are broken for the firefighter’s family,” the statement read. “I ask us to all say a prayer for the entire Binghamton Fire Department community and our city.”
“Every day, our firefighters brave dangerous situations to protect citizens and keep our community safe. The men and women who dedicate their lives to this work are heroes. Tonight, the City of Binghamton mourns a fallen hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. We pray for a speedy recovery for the two injured firefighters and carry the entire department in our hearts.”
Gaudet was taken from the scene to Wilson Hospital where he was pronounced dead late Wednesday night.
Gaudet died after a wall collapsed while the fire department was fighting the blaze.
The city said two other firefighters were also injured and taken to the hospital and were later released in good condition.
Gaudet was a veteran of the Binghamton Fire Department, where he served for 11 years.
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