Line of Duty Death Fire Chief William “Bill” Halstead, Sr.
Sandy Hook CT July 13th 2022
The U.S. Fire Administration has received notice of the following firefighter fatality:
Chief William “Bill” Halstead, Sr.
Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company
Sandy Hook, CT
On Friday, July 8, 2022, Chief William “Bill” Halstead, Sr. responded to a motor vehicle accident and an automatic alarm. Upon his arrival at his residence after the incidents, Chief Halstead became ill. Despite the efforts of EMS responders, Chief Halstead passed away from an apparent heart attack.
Age: 73
Gender: Male
Status: Volunteer
Years of Service: 57
Date of Incident: July 8, 2022
Date of Death: July 8, 2022
