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In the Line of Duty
Charles E. Horan, North Belle Vernon, PA
9/21/2016
Name: Charles E. Horan Rank: Safety Officer Age: 61 Gender: Male Status: Volunteer Years of Service: 43 Date of Incident: 09/19/2016 Time of Incident: 1049hrs Date of Death: 09/21/2016 Fire Department: North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department Address: 535 Graham St, North Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Fire Department Chief: John E. Garber Incident Description: While preparing to leave home for a response call to assist law enforcement gain access to the roof of a building, Fire Safety Officer Horan tripped and fell, suffering a severe injury. Safety Officer Horan was treated by fellow responders and transported to the hospital where, despite all efforts, he succumbed to his injuries several days later. Incident Location: 2223 Hoffman ST