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Help find missing 21-year-old Emma Smith in Georgetown
The Georgetown Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing individual, 21-year-old Emma Smith.
Emma was last seen on Friday, December 6, 2024, near Military Street in Georgetown.
Authorities are particularly concerned for her safety as she is in urgent need of medication critical to her health and well-being.
Emma is described as:
- Age: 21
- Last Seen: Near Military Street, Georgetown, Kentucky
Officials urge anyone with information about Emma’s whereabouts or who may have seen her to come forward immediately.
If you have any details that could assist in this search, please contact the Georgetown Police Department at 502-863-7820. Your assistance could make a vital difference in ensuring Emma’s safe return.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
CHICAGO, IL – A veteran firefighter with the Chicago Fire Department was killed in the line of duty early Wednesday morning while responding to a garage fire on the city’s West Side.
Captain David Meyer, a member of the department since 1996 and currently assigned to Truck 29, tragically lost his life while battling a blaze in the 5500 block of West Crystal Street in the Austin neighborhood.
Fire Department officials announced his death during a press conference later that morning.
According to CFD, the fire was reported around 4:00 a.m. and involved a detached garage located behind a multifamily apartment building.
Witnesses stated the flames may have originated in nearby alley trash cans before spreading to the garage.
During firefighting operations, the roof of the structure collapsed, fatally injuring Captain Meyer.
Despite immediate rescue efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.
All residents from the adjacent apartments were able to evacuate safely, and no additional injuries have been reported.
Captain Meyer leaves behind a wife, daughters, and a son.
The Chicago Fire Department expressed deep sorrow over the loss, stating in a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), “This is a sad day for CFD and for the city of Chicago.”
The cause of the fire and the events leading to the structural collapse remain under investigation.
The city and fire department are offering support to Captain Meyer’s family and fellow firefighters during this time of mourning.
Captain Meyer is remembered not only for his decades of service, but for the courage and dedication he demonstrated in protecting the people of Chicago.