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Thousands turn out for firefighter's funeral procession

Thousands turn out for firefighter's funeral procession

Summary

Thousands of people gathered to honor firefighter Jennie Logan, who died in a fire at Bicester Motion on May 15, along with colleague Martyn Sadler and a member of the public, Dave Chester. A public procession and minute's silence were held in Bicester, where many firefighters and community members paid tribute to her bravery.

Key Facts

  • Jennie Logan, Martyn Sadler, and Dave Chester died in a fire at Bicester Motion on May 15.
  • Hundreds of firefighters lined Queen's Avenue for a procession, with a minute's silence at Bicester's fire station.
  • Two other firefighters were seriously injured; one remains in hospital, while the other has been discharged.
  • The fire occurred at a former aircraft hangar and was declared a major incident, with ten fire crews responding.
  • Logan's family praised her bravery, and she was the second female firefighter to die on duty in peacetime in the UK.
  • The Bicester Rugby Union Football Club, where Logan played, also honored her memory.
  • The fire affected a site known for classic car restoration and engineering businesses.
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