"Tragic Loss: LAFD Recruit Killed Assisting Crash Victims on 101 Freeway"

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Source: CBS Los Angeles
"Tragic Loss: LAFD Recruit Killed Assisting Crash Victims on 101 Freeway"
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LA City firefighter recruit Jacob Fuerte was tragically killed while assisting victims of a multi-vehicle crash on the 101 Freeway in Studio City. The 22-year-old was in week 10 of his training program with LAFD, and a procession of first responders escorted his body to the coroner's office. The incident is being investigated as a potential hit-and-run, and anyone with information is urged to contact the California Highway Patrol.

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