In memory of Deputy Fire Chief Jimmy Townsend
Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department · Moncks Corner, SC
Jimmy Townsend, Deputy Fire Chief of Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on September 28, 2025 in Moncks Corner, SC.
Record
- Rank: Deputy Fire Chief
- Department: Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department
- Location: Moncks Corner, SC
- End of watch: September 28, 2025
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 35
- Age: 61
Circumstances
On September 27, 2025, Deputy Chief Jimmy Townsend responded to two emergency calls during his shift. The following day and within 24 hours of responding to the second emergency incident, Deputy Chief Townsend suffered a cardiovascular event. He was transported to the hospital where he passed away.
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.