GoFundMe for Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty
40-year-old John 'JR' Gaudet died while fighting a second-alarm fire at 1 Main Street late Wednesday night. While battling the flames, a Mayday call was sent out for three firefighters trapped inside, one of whom was Gaudet. Two of the firefighters were taken to Wilson Hospital after being pulled from the building and are currently in stable condition. Gaudet, who was also taken to Wilson Hospital, was pronounced dead upon arrival. According to a press release, Gaudet died after a wall collapsed on him while fighting the fire.
According to the organizer of the GoFundMe, Gaudet dedicated his life to his wife and three children. The campaign was set up to ease the burden of his death off of his wife and family.
The campaign has a goal of raising $14,000. It has currently raised $8,835.
To donate, click here.
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