Los Angeles City firefighter recruit Jacob Fuerte was killed in a possible hit-and-run crash on the 101 Freeway in Studio City on Monday.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to immediate family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Details regarding the memorial service will be shared as they become available,” said the Los Angeles City Fire Department in a statement.
A procession started around 10 a.m. taking the firefighter recruit’s body to the coroner’s office.
The crash happened around 5 a.m. in the northbound lanes of the 101 Freeway at Campo de Cahuenga, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Authorities said multi-vehicles were involved in the crash, possibly including Fuerte’s vehicle.
A lengthy procession of fellow first responders ended at the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office.
Late Monday, Scott disclosed that California Highway Patrol investigators are looking into the incident as a potential hit-and-run.
Jacob Fuerte, a prospective firefighter from Los Angeles City, perished on Monday in what appears to have been a hit-and-run accident on the 101 Freeway in Studio City.
“During this very trying time, we are sending our warmest condolences to friends, loved ones, and immediate family. In a statement, the Los Angeles City Fire Department stated that more information about the memorial service will be released as it becomes available.
Around ten a.m., a procession got underway. m. transporting the corpse of the firefighter recruit to the coroner’s office.
Around five in the morning, there was a crash. m. the California Highway Patrol reports in the northbound lanes of the 101 Freeway at Campo de Cahuenga. Multiple vehicles were reportedly involved in the collision, possibly including Fuerte’s car, according to the authorities.
Erik Scott, the LAFD Public Information Officer, stated, “He got out of his vehicle, probably to assess the situation and render aid to anyone in need,” when he was struck by another car.
Around 5:30 a.m., a SigAlert was sent out. me. Following the closure of four lanes of traffic, crews conducted an investigation. Due to his injuries, the firefighter passed away at the scene.
They identified him as 22-year-old Jacob Fuerte, who was enrolled in the tenth week of a twenty-week LAFD training course.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office was the destination of a protracted procession of other first responders. Members of Fuerte’s training class carried his casket, which was covered in an American flag.
Scott stated, “At this moment, our prayers and thoughts are still with the family during this trying time.”. “Since we witnessed them in tears, it is only fitting that we honor his bravery in providing assistance and the bravery exhibited by all first responders every day in stopping to assist those in need.”. “.
According to Scott, Fuerte’s father has worked for the department for 17 years.
Scott revealed late on Monday that the California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident as possibly a hit-and-run.
The CHP West Valley office’s number is (818) 888-0980, and Scott encouraged anyone in the public who might have information that could help with this investigation.
