Jacob Fuerte, 22, a firefighter recruit with the Los Angeles Fire Department, was killed in a hit-and-run after a car accident on the 101 Freeway while on his way to the Drill Tower Academy.
Fuerte, who was halfway through his training program, was hit by another car as he was trying to assess a traffic collision and render aid to others, highlighting the selflessness and bravery required in firefighting.
Chief Kristin Crowley emphasized Fuerte's courage, bravery, and prioritization of others, underscoring the essential qualities needed for a firefighting career.
The tragedy not only impacted Fuerte's immediate family but also the larger LAFD family, where his father, a firefighter paramedic, served for 17 years, reflecting the deep-rooted commitment to helping others within the department.
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