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In the Line of Duty
David Pleasant, 59 - Memphis, TN
8/10/2022
David Pleasant Driver Memphis Fire Department Memphis, TN Age: 59 Gender: Male Status: Career Years of Service: 32 Date of Incident: August 10, 2022 Date of Death: August 10, 2022 On Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, 4 firefighters were responding to a residential fire when the driver of a pick-up truck apparently ran a red light, hitting the fire apparatus and causing it to roll on its’ side. All 4 firefighters were transported to the Regional One Health Trauma Center. Driver David Pleasant passed away from the injuries he sustained in the crash. The other 3 firefighters have been treated and released. The driver of the pick-up truck was also transported to the hospital. Investigation into the incident is ongoing.