DeLauro Statement on Death of New Haven Firefighter

NEW HAVEN – House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) issued the following statement on the fire in New Haven Wednesday morning that killed one firefighter, Ricardo Torres, and injured three others:

"I am heartbroken over the loss of City of New Haven firefighter Ricardo Torres this morning. He made the ultimate sacrifice and will be remembered as a hero, a person who went above and beyond for the people of New Haven. My prayers are with his family, friends, and loved ones.

"I pray for the full and speedy recovery of Lt. Samod Rankins as he fights the critical injuries he sustained. My thoughts are with all of our community's first responders, the New Haven Fire Department, and the entire New Haven community as we mourn this tragedy and seek to heal from this horrific incident."