Fundraiser in memory of Oxfordshire FRS colleagues

Jersey firefighters are showing their support for their colleagues in Oxfordshire, with a fundraiser in memory of the two colleagues who died during an incident in Bicester.

Firefighters Martyn Sadler, 38, and Jennie Logan, 30, were killed along with business owner Dave Chester in the fire that engulfed the Bicester Motion site last Thursday evening (15 May). 

The thoughts of SJFRS are with Jennie and Martyn’s families and with the two firefighters who are still in hospital. The flag at Jersey Fire and Rescue Headquarters at Rouge Bouillon has remained at half-mast since news of their deaths broke.

Crews from Green Watch will be in the Royal Square between 11am and 2pm on Tuesday 27 May, raising money for their colleagues in Oxfordshire, thanks to assistance from the Firefighter’s Charity. 

It is an opportunity for Islanders to talk to our highly trained firefighters and take a tour of two SJFRS fire engines, to find out more about the range of incidents we attend, how our emergency services work together to save lives and reduce harm and how we can all play a part in reducing the risks of fires and other emergencies.

The Fire Fighter’s Charity supports colleagues in the Fire and Rescue services across the UK, including here in the Channel Islands. It was originally set up during World War Two to support the bereaved families of firefighters who died during the Blitz. 

Now, the charity offers care, support and guidance to firefighters, serving or retired, fire and rescue service staff and their families. 

Following the incident on 15 May, the Fire Fighter’s charity said: “This tragedy is a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice shown by firefighters every day. We stand in solidarity with our fire family at this incredibly difficult time.”