Firefighter Corey Comperatore, Fatally Shot at Trump rally

Written by on July 15, 2024

Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old volunteer firefighter from Sarver, Pa., was fatally shot while shielding his family from gunfire at a Trump rally in Butler, Pa. on Saturday. Comperatore, who worked at a plastics manufacturing company, was described by friends and relatives as a devoted father and avid fisherman. As shots rang out from a nearby rooftop, Comperatore used his body to protect his loved ones, sacrificing his life in the process. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro lauded him as a hero. The tragic incident, which also critically injured two other attendees, cast a somber shadow over the rally and drew national attention. Friends and family remembered Comperatore for his selflessness and dedication, both as a firefighter and in his personal life. He leaves behind two daughters, Allyson and Kaylee, wife Helen, and a legacy of bravery and kindness that touched many in his community.

Source: NY Times


Current track

Title

Artist