> At a Glance
> – A Wilmington firefighter was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday evening
> – Incident occurred on the 200 block of South Maryland Avenue while assisting a ladder truck
> – Firefighter is in stable condition and “good spirits,” officials said
> – Why it matters: The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns for emergency responders working near traffic
A routine evening turned dangerous for a Wilmington firefighter who was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle outside his own fire station. The incident occurred as crews were preparing to deploy a ladder truck for emergency response.
The Incident
The collision happened Wednesday night as the firefighter was helping a ladder truck back out of the station along the 200 block of South Maryland Avenue. Fire officials confirmed the crew member was struck by a passing vehicle during this routine maneuver.
Emergency crews immediately transported their colleague to a nearby hospital where medical staff listed the firefighter in stable condition.
Official Response
Five Points Fire Company Chief Tom Manley provided an update on the injured firefighter’s condition:
> “The firefighter is in good spirits following the crash.”
The brief but reassuring statement came via social media as department members processed the unsettling event.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the collision. Officials stated they could not immediately determine whether the driver involved might face charges related to the incident.
Key facts about the investigation:
- An active investigation is underway
- No information released about the vehicle driver
- Unclear if any charges will be filed
- Officials expect to provide updates as the inquiry progresses
Key Takeaways
- Wilmington firefighter struck by vehicle while assisting ladder truck deployment
- Incident occurred Wednesday evening on South Maryland Avenue
- Injured firefighter hospitalized in stable condition
- Investigation ongoing with no charges announced yet
The firefighter’s stable condition provides relief to department members as they await further details about how this accident occurred during what should have been a routine operation.
