NJ Firefighter Stricken After Participating in Mandatory Drill

Bayville Firefighter Brian Letrent, 34, had been a member for 11 years.
June 23, 2023

Bayville firefighters are mourning the loss of one of their own.

Firefighter Joseph Letrent, 34, participated Tuesday evening in a mandated drill with his colleagues.

The following day while returning from his job, he suffered a cardiac emergency, the USFA reported.

He was transported to Bayshore Medical Center where he died. 

To date, 31 firefighters have died while on-duty.

Arrangements are pending.

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