[Commander]

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.
(See TV video links below)

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.

http://cms.firehouse.com/web/online/News/Connecticut-Explorer-Riding-Bike-Killed-in-Crash/46$59417

[ride-n-fly]

Rest in peace

[irishd]

rest in peace. thats only a few towns away from me at school.

[Slim]

Requiescat In Pace Little Bro

[LJFD75]

Rip

[The Squirrel]

Rest in Peace

[gareee]

R.i.p.

[119driver]

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.

[Thunderfoot]

Godspeed little dude

[tpu30z]

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.

[vafd105]

R.i.p.

[fire dude 350]

Rest In Peace Littleman my prayers go out to the family

[mets99]

Rip

[mets99]

Rip

[urdoingitwrong]

R.I.P,you died earning your way into the brotherhood,you are now a part of the brotherhood.

[doitallboy]

Rest in Peace

[tru62ck]

RIP Li'l bro. My heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of our brother. Gods Speed.