We Lost Another Women

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Comment by Flame Kisser on December 30, 2008 at 9:45pm

May her family be blessed for her heroic deeds in this life....And comfort be overflowing around them and all those who loved her. I am so sorry for your loss.

Comment by Tony on December 29, 2008 at 4:46pm

I am a fire fighter and a EMT so this hits home, I very sorry for your squads lost.

Comment by ~~Michele~~ on December 26, 2008 at 11:42pm

My condolences to you and your squad, Susan. I know Michelle will be sorely missed.

Comment by Sharon on December 26, 2008 at 9:43pm

Her family, including all those in her EMS family, will be in my prayers.

Comment by Kris Kaull on December 26, 2008 at 3:15pm

This is a terrible loss. I'm sorry Susan. Posted below is our initial coverage (placed online on 12/22/08) -- you can find the online coverage here -->

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Del. EMT killed by passing car while responding to call

By EMS1 Staff

Photo courtesy of Delaware City Fire Michelle Smith

NEW CASTLE, Del. — A Delaware City ambulance EMT who was sideswiped by a car near New Castle Saturday has died, fire officials said.

Michelle Smith, 29, with Delaware City Fire Company, was assisting the victim of a motorcycle accident on the side of U.S. Highway 13 at School Lane when they were both struck by a passing vehicle.

According to reports, a 2004 BMW 760 was speeding down the highway, swerved around a BLS unit staging the scene, and struck Smith and motorcycle accident victim Edward Reiss, 30, of New Castle.

Smith was transported to Christiana Emergency Department and suffered from “head, arm, and leg injures.” Smith was previously reported to be in stable condition, sources said.

Police are still looking for the driver of the BMW, who fled the scene.

Comment by Gregory P on December 24, 2008 at 10:10am

i AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS I SEND OUT MY CONDOLENCES

Comment by Christy on December 23, 2008 at 10:34am

I'm sorry Susan. Its extremely difficult when you loose a co-worker. I've lost 3, so I understand what you are going through. People don't understand how tight people in EMS can be. It isn't just somebody you share an office with and say hi as you pass by their desk. You depend on each other for your life. You watch each other's back, take care of each other, listen to each other....its a big family. And when you loose one of your family members, its incredibly hard.