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Fallen Los Angeles County Firefighter to Receive Honors in Procession Following Tragic Quarry Explosion

Los Angeles — A solemn procession will pay tribute to a fallen Los Angeles County firefighter, Andrew Pontious, 52, who lost his life during an explosion at a Southern California quarry last Friday. The veteran, who dedicated 19 years to firefighting, will be commemorated in a Wednesday morning procession as he is escorted to his final resting place at Forest Lawn-Covina Hills cemetery. The tragic incident occurred in the Antelope Valley community of Littlerock, just …

Tragic Death of Firefighter in Littlerock Quarry Explosion shakes Community

Littlerock, California – A tragic incident unfolded in Littlerock, California, when a firefighter lost his life due to a burning tractor explosion at a local rock quarry. The explosion took place in the afternoon at Hi-Grade Materials, leading to a devastating outcome. Los Angeles County Department officials stated that the incident occurred around 2:10 p.m., sending shockwaves through the community. During a press conference following the tragic event, Fire Chief Anthony Marrone revealed that firefighters …

Two Men Accused in Fatal Stabbing at Abandoned Quarry in Southeast Queensland

Caboolture, Queensland – Two men are facing murder charges in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man whose body was discovered at an abandoned quarry in southeast Queensland. Dominic Alaeddin, 19, and Jordan MacDonald, 22, were accused of luring Jai Gray to a property in Glass House Mountains before stabbing him multiple times. Gray, 25, had been missing for over a week before his body was found near Mount Ngungun earlier this week. “This …