In memory of Junior Firefighter Bryce Kaufmann

Bryce Kaufmann, Junior Firefighter of A.F. Dobler Hose & Ladder Company, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on September 21, 2026 in Girard, PA.

Record

• Rank: Junior Firefighter
• Department: A.F. Dobler Hose & Ladder Company
• Location: Girard, PA
• End of watch: September 21, 2026
• Nature of death: Trauma
• Age: 17

Circumstances

On September 20, 2026, at approximately 2:09 p.m., A.F. Dobler Hose & Ladder Co. was dispatched for mutual aid to an automatic fire alarm at a residence. Following the dispatch, Junior Firefighter Bryce Kaufmann began responding in connection with the incident by bicycle. While responding, Junior Firefighter Kaufmann was involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in critical injuries. At approximately 2:12 p.m., a neighboring fire department was dispatched to the accident scene. Emergency personnel responded and provided immediate medical care before transporting Junior Firefighter Kaufmann to a medical facility for further treatment. Despite the efforts of emergency personnel and medical staff, Junior Firefighter Kaufmann succumbed to his injuries on September 21, 2026.

This record appears on the RESPONDin line-of-duty memorial wall, a public remembrance of first responders who died in the line of duty. Source: usfa import.