Injured West Metro, CO, Firefighter Moved to ICU for Treatment

Injured West Metro firefighter Jarrod Leonard remains in critical condition following a fall during rescue training and he's been transferred to the intensive care unit.

The West Metro Fire Rescue firefighter who was injured Wednesday during a training activity has been moved to the intensive care unit.

Jarrod Leonard, a technical rescue instructor, fell nearly 50 feet in rocky terrain while conducting high-angle rescue training.

"He remains in critical but stable condition and is being closely monitored by a large team of healthcare professionals. His family, along with members of the West Metro Fire Rescue family, continue to be by his side, " a statement from the department read.

The department shared a fundraising effort to support Leonard's family.

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