In memory of Firefighter-EMT Linzie Scott Collins
Richlands Fire-EMS · Richlands, VA
Linzie Scott Collins, Firefighter-EMT of Richlands Fire-EMS, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on November 16, 2025 in Richlands, VA.
Record
- Rank: Firefighter-EMT
- Department: Richlands Fire-EMS
- Location: Richlands, VA
- End of watch: November 16, 2025
- Nature of death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
- Years of service: 30
- Age: 50
Circumstances
On November 15, 2025, Firefighter-EMT Linzie Scott Collins was on duty from 10:00 a.m. until 6 p.m. During this shift, Firefighter-EMT Collins responded to two calls. The following day at 1:15 a.m., the wife of Firefighter-EMT Collins found him in distress. Firefighter-EMT Collins stopped breathing and CPR was performed. Firefighter-EMT Collins was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased at 3:24 a.m. from a cardiovascular event.
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.