A firefighter was killed in a crash on Interstate 95 South in Guilford on Friday night time.
State police mentioned 32-year-old Michael Terrio was driving a Suzuki GSX-r1000R bike on I-95 South close to exit 59 round 8:45 p.m. when he hit the automobile in entrance of him.
Terrio was transported to Yale New Haven Hospital the place he later died.
Guilford Hearth Division launched a press release saying partly:
“It is with great sadness that the Town of Guilford and the Guilford Fire Department announce the passing of Firefighter Michael Terrio, an active member of our department. On the evening of Friday August 22nd, Firefighter Terrio was involved in a multi-vehicle accident. Despite the valiant efforts of medical personnel, he tragically passed away at the hospital.”
“Firefighter Terrio was a dedicated public servant who committed himself to protecting the residents of Guilford. His loss is deeply felt by his fellow firefighters, colleagues across town departments, and the entire Guilford community,” the assertion continued.
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Peer help companies can be found to help members and workers in dealing with the loss.
Kingston, Rhode Island, Hearth District mentioned Terrio was a former Kingston Hearth Division Lieutenant. In line with Kingston Hearth District, he additionally was a United States Military veteran and was a sergeant within the Airborne Infantry.
The motive force of the opposite automobile was taken to the Hospital of St. Raphael in New Haven to be handled for minor accidents.
The collision stays underneath investigation.
