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EMT killed in the line of duty
TIERS VOLUNTEER MARK DAVIS SHOT, KILLED IN CAPE VINCENT
ALEXANDRIA BAY, N.Y. — The New York State Police at Alexandria Bay are investigating a homicide that occurred at approximately 11:58 p.m., January 30, at 114 South Esseltyne Street in Cape Vincent.
The victim, Mark B. Davis, 25 of 172 James St., Cape Vincent, was serving as a volunteer EMT for the Cape Vincent Volunteer Fire Department, when they responded to the address for a medical emergency. The victim and two other EMTs were at the residence treating Christopher G. Burke, age 25, formerly of Sherrill, N.Y., who now resides at the Esseltyne Street address.
Mr. Burke became agitated and retrieved a high powered rifle from the bedroom of the residence, police said. As the EMT’s were retreating from the residence, it is alleged that Burke fired two rounds, one at the victim striking and killing him, they said. The suspect then ran from the residence and was tackled and held down by another EMT who was also at the residence.
Clayton Police Department Officer Robin Pearce was first on the scene and took the suspect into custody with the assistance of Alexandria Bay Officer Jerry Delosh.
EMTs at the scene fervently attempted life saving measures, and continued these efforts during the ambulance transport to the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY where he was pronounced deceased.
After consultation with District Attorney Cindy F. Intschert and Chief Assistant District Attorney Kristyna Mills, the suspect is being arraigned this morning on charges of second-degree murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
In addition to Clayton and Alexandria Bay Police Departments, Clayton Volunteer Fire Department, Guilfoyle Ambulance Service and Tiers Ambulance Service assisted at the scene, and Cape Vincent Police Department is assisting in the ensuing investigation.
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Comment by Marvin Heuker on February 2, 2009 at 5:30pm
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From our Department family to yours, our hearts and prayers go out to you and you family. May God lay his comforting hand upon you all at this time. God bless you all!!!!!!!!!
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Comment by turk182 on February 1, 2009 at 11:21am
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My condolences to the family, friends, and separtment member. May he rest in peace.
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Comment by Billy on January 31, 2009 at 11:06pm
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its a shame you try to help someone and the turn on you like that. RIP brother
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Comment by Don Vuletic on January 31, 2009 at 9:56pm
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A young man with so much to give, and taken from his community for no reason. my thoughts and prayers are with his family and department
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Comment by Alan on January 31, 2009 at 8:05pm
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and the fire dept members.
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Comment by Tosha on January 31, 2009 at 7:34pm
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So sad he was so young......this is a constant reminder of how dangerous our jobs really are. My deepest condolences to all his family and friends. Everyone please be careful out there!!!!
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Comment by Derek on January 31, 2009 at 4:40pm
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What's wrong with this world?
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Comment by Fire Chick on January 31, 2009 at 4:04pm
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my thoughts and prayer are with his family friends and brothers and sisters of the fire department
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