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Police Report Finds Boston Ladder Had Wrong Brake Parts
BOSTON - A police report that was part of an investigation into a Boston fire truck crash that took the life of a veteran firefighter concluded that a fire department contractor installed "unsuitable" brake parts on the vehicle.
The Boston Globe reports Wednesday that the report also says firefighters who were not qualified repeatedly adjusted the brakes in violation of national safety guidelines.
The contractor replaced a brake chamber and pads on the ladder truck with "unsuitable" parts in spring 2008, which decreased stopping power significantly.
The report said decreased braking power contributed to the brake failure Jan. 9 when the truck careened down a steep hill and into a building, killing Lt. Kevin Kelley.
The district attorney announced last week there would be no criminal charges filed in the crash.
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Information from: The Boston Globe, http://www.boston.com/globe
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The Boston Globe reports Wednesday that the report also says firefighters who were not qualified repeatedly adjusted the brakes in violation of national safety guidelines.
The contractor replaced a brake chamber and pads on the ladder truck with "unsuitable" parts in spring 2008, which decreased stopping power significantly.
The report said decreased braking power contributed to the brake failure Jan. 9 when the truck careened down a steep hill and into a building, killing Lt. Kevin Kelley.
The district attorney announced last week there would be no criminal charges filed in the crash.
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Information from: The Boston Globe, http://www.boston.com/globe
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Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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Permalink Reply by Spanner 122 on
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No criminal charges, but I bet we'll see a lawsuit and rightfully so. The Lt died preparing his men for the crash and ensuring they were as safe as possible. Rest easy Lt. Kelley.
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Permalink Reply by Smoke Eater on
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No criminal charges? A man was killed because the mechanic put "unsuitable" parts on the rig, causing decreased stopping power, and there are no criminal charges filed? That's a load of B.S. I hope the family goes for it and this mechanic pays the price.
Rest in peace Lt. Kelly. You will never be forgotten!!!
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