In memory of Firefighter Christopher Rothmeyer

New London Volunteer Fire Department · New London, NC

Christopher Rothmeyer, Firefighter of New London Volunteer Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on March 5, 2025 in New London, NC.

Record

Rank: Firefighter
Department: New London Volunteer Fire Department
Location: New London, NC
End of watch: March 5, 2025
Nature of death: Trauma
Years of service: 9
Age: 27

Circumstances

Firefighter Christopher Rothmeyer responded to a water rescue. While on scene, he was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident requiring extrication. While responding to the accident, he crashed. Numerous responders administered life-saving measures to Firefighter Rothmeyer at the scene. Firefighter Rothmeyer was then transported to a nearby hospital where he passed away from the injuries he sustained in the crash.

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.