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Post by TheRedBaron on Nov 12, 2008 12:17:26 GMT -5
FDNY PROBIE DIES DAY AFTER DRILL Comments: 0 Read Comments Leave a Comment By ED ROBINSON and PHILIP MESSING JAMEL SPEARS Collapsed at academy.Posted: 4:53 am November 12, 2008
A probationary firefighter who collapsed during a training exercise on Monday died yesterday, authorities said.
Jamel Spears, 33, who joined the FDNY in July, fell unconscious after finishing an 18-minute drill at the Fire Academy on Randalls Island.
He wore full gear during the timed exercise, which required him to perform a series of strenuous tasks, such as climbing a ladder and handling a hose, authorities said.
The drill is part of the 23-week training program.
Firefighters tried in vain to revive Spears at the scene. He died at Mount Sinai Hospital after lapsing into a coma. Spears was a Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Alaska from 1995 to 1999.
The lifelong Bronx resident is survived by his wife, Sherita, a city cop assigned to the 41st Precinct, his son, Mahlek, 12, and daughter, Jya, 8.
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Post by 2 Blue 4 U on Nov 12, 2008 16:32:34 GMT -5
My condolences to his family and friends, May he Rest in Peace
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Post by laurnsmom on Nov 12, 2008 16:36:44 GMT -5
Sad. RIP and prayers for the family.
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Post by gadget105 on Nov 12, 2008 16:37:45 GMT -5
RIP, prayers for the family
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Post by lagirl2 on Nov 12, 2008 18:18:18 GMT -5
RIP
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Post by retiredinnc on Nov 12, 2008 19:56:53 GMT -5
Very sad. RIP and god bless the family. Please pass on any info for donations.
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Post by irishcop32 on Nov 12, 2008 20:18:46 GMT -5
May he reat in peace.
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Post by evp5O on Nov 12, 2008 20:33:18 GMT -5
RIP
And Prayers for all involved.
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Post by icantmeansiwont on Nov 13, 2008 2:41:57 GMT -5
RIP sad for the Family and a Veteran on Veterans day....
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