KCFD Mourns Firefighter-Paramedic Death During Training

More deets, perspective, insight and tribute following a tragedy for Kansas City first responders this week.

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KCFD Fire Chief Ross Grundyson says Kyle Brinker suffered a medical emergency during the training exercise just before noon on Tuesday.

Brinker joined KCFD in 2013 and was an 11-year veteran, spending most of his career at Station 35, one of the busiest stations in Kansas City

Most recently, he was assigned to the Technical Rescue Division.

“Kyle was a dedicated firefighter-paramedic who operated at the highest level of skill and compassion,” Grundyson said. “He was a mentor and role model for many, exemplifying the qualities KCFD looks for in our uniformed personnel.”

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