So, like, did you hear about that firefighter who died after a garage collapsed following a fire in the Austin neighborhood? Yeah, it’s pretty tragic. Captain David Meyer, a 28-year-old veteran of the Chicago Fire Department, lost his life while battling a blaze last week. The poor guy was critically injured when the garage caved in. They rushed him to the hospital, but sadly, he didn’t make it.
They’re gonna lay Meyer to rest at a funeral in suburban Niles on Tuesday. People lined up around the block to pay their respects at his visitation. It’s heartwarming to see the community come together to honor a hero like him.
The funeral services are scheduled to start at 10 a.m., with a procession from the funeral home to the church. You can catch the live coverage on NBC 5 Chicago or stream it on their app. It’s a sad day for the city as they bid farewell to one of their own.
The fire investigation is still ongoing, but they suspect that someone intentionally started a fire in a trash bin that spread to the garage. Apparently, there have been a bunch of trash can fires in the area recently. They even arrested a suspect on charges of murder and arson. It’s a messed up situation, for sure.
Meyer was a dedicated firefighter with 28 years of service under his belt. He leaves behind a wife and four kids. The department must be feeling the loss deeply. It’s never easy to say goodbye to a colleague and friend.
Rest in peace, Captain Meyer. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
