The Delaware State Police are investigating the tragic death of a volunteer firefighter.
Initial reports from the scene indicate that the firefighter lost his life while responding to a crash on Lewes Georgetown Highway at the intersection of Asphalt Alley near Georgetown on Tuesday.
Officials identified the firefighter as 23-year-old Thomas Wilson Berry III. Berry, a member of both the Georgetown and Ellendale Fire Companies, stopped to assist a driver involved in the crash when he was killed.
The incident, which occurred just before 4:30 p.m., involved multiple downed power lines and a utility pole across the roadway. Officials have not released details on how Berry was killed.
The cause of death is pending a determination by the Medical Examiner.
Following the incident, Berry was transported to Medical Examiners office in Sussex County, accompanied by a solemn procession of first responders.
This is a developing story, and further details will be provided as they become available.
