Tragic Head-On UTV Crash Claims Two Firefighters in Search for Missing Woman
Two firefighters tragically lost their lives in a head-on collision while searching for a missing woman in Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on a road in Richmond Township on Saturday evening.
Incident Details
The accident involved a utility vehicle and a Toyota Camry. Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Shick Jr. were members of the Walnuttown Fire Company. They were traveling northbound on Route 222 when the fatal crash occurred around 6 p.m., approximately 45 miles northwest of Philadelphia.
Collision Circumstances
- The firefighters’ utility vehicle was positioned on the shoulder of the road.
- The Camry swerved off the roadway, leading to the collision.
Police reported that two occupants of the Camry—a man and a woman—fled the scene post-crash, but were later apprehended. Video footage from the crash site depicted the overturned utility vehicle.
Response and Community Impact
The Berks County Coroner confirmed that autopsies for the deceased firefighters were scheduled for the upcoming Monday. Both men were residents of Fleetwood, Pennsylvania.
In a statement on social media, the Walnuttown Fire Company expressed their condolences, stating, “At this time we would like to send our thoughts and prayers” to the families of Shick and Buck. They concluded their message with, “Rest easy chiefs, we got it from here.”
Ongoing Investigation
As of now, additional information regarding the crash and the ongoing search for the missing woman remains limited. Investigators have reached out to the Fleetwood Police Department for further details.
