In memory of Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith II
Rockdale County Fire Rescue · Conyers, GA
Juan Antonia Smith II, Firefighter of Rockdale County Fire Rescue, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on June 12, 2026 in Conyers, GA.
Record
- Rank: Firefighter
- Department: Rockdale County Fire Rescue
- Location: Conyers, GA
- End of watch: June 12, 2026
- Nature of death: Trauma
- Years of service: 2
- Age: 26
Circumstances
Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith II was responding with the Rockdale County Fire Rescue to a residential structure fire in a ladder truck. During the response, the truck overturned onto its passenger side as it was attempting to make a left turn. Firefighter Smith, who was riding in the rear jump seat, was ejected and pinned underneath the vehicle. Firefighter Smith suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
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.