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In the Line of Duty
Thomas Kelly, 66 - New Haven, Connecticut
5/4/2026
Thomas Kelly Firefighter New Haven Fire Department New Haven, Connecticut Age: 66 Sex: Male Classification: Career Years of service: 13 Date of incident: Feb. 26, 1992 Date of death: May 4, 2026 On February 26, 1992, Firefighter Thomas Kelly fell through a shaft and down about 30 feet while conducting roof operations at a commercial building fire. Firefighter Kelly suffered catastrophic injuries including a head injury. On May 4, 2026, Firefighter Kelly passed away from the injuries he sustained in the fall during the 1992 incident.