Dr. Alvin Halthaway, a community activist and retired pastor of Union Baptist Church joins Two Way Talk to reflect on the lives of the three firefighters killed in the line of duty. Click the audio to listen.
BALTIMORE (AP) — Thousands have gathered in Baltimore to mourn the loss of three firefighters who died after they were trapped inside a burning vacant rowhome when it partially collapsed last week.
Thousands showed their support to pay their final respects to #Butrim #Sadler #Lacayo It was an emotional journey down the sea of blue for #FirstResponders as #OurHeroes took their last stroll in #Baltimore. pic.twitter.com/pBOn2iGgZ7
— Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) February 2, 2022
The memorial drew firefighters and others from around the country.
Thousands came to honor #Sadler #Butrim #Lacayo We will forever love #OurHeroes. This was an unimaginable tragedy, but we will always remember their bravery, dedication & commitment to the City of Baltimore. #BCFDFirstResponders pic.twitter.com/RdKDDcHU1v
— Baltimore Fire (@BaltimoreFire) February 2, 2022
Fire Chief Niles Ford thanked firefighters from around the state who responded to calls while city’s firefighters attended the memorial. Firefighters were battling the blaze Jan. 24 when the building collapsed, trapping them inside.
One firefighter was pulled out injured, but three others died.
A reward of $100,000 has been offered for information leading to the identification of a person of interest captured on surveillance cameras the night before the fire.
