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We're discussing Conn. Fire Explorer Riding Bike Killed in Crash
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Fire Explorer in West Haven (CT) was killed after he was struck by an SUV, as he was going to a car crash run on Monday. The Fire Explorer was 14 year old Ralph Russo of West Haven.
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Russo was riding his bike with a friend when they reportedly headed to a dispatched car crash, when Russo was tragically struck by a Jeep head on. Efforts to save his life were not successful and he died from his injuries. Russo was a middle school student and a part of the Fire Explorer program in West Haven. The SUV driver involved was obeying all traffic laws and is not facing any charges.
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My heart goes out to his parents . I remember way back being an explorer in my dept. how great it felt being a part of something with my dad, uncles , and I hope his folks have some way to understand that he was doing something he wanted to do .he deserved more time.
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God Speed little brother. You won't belong alone in heaven, you'll be among some the greatest firefighters in this nation and they'll take care of you up there.