Horsham Fire Company No. 1 and mutual aid partners were dispatched to an emergency incident on County Line Road in Horsham Township around 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, according to a statement released by the company.
The incident was the fatal crash investigation at County Line Road and Delmont Avenue that prompted road closures and a large emergency response involving Warminster Township Police, Horsham police, the Bucks County Crash Team, and fire personnel.
While responding to the scene, an employee of Horsham Fire Company No. 1 used "offensive and unacceptable language" that was transmitted over the county radio system, according to the release.
The employee was immediately terminated after returning to the fire station following the incident, fire officials said.
"Horsham Fire Company No. 1 maintains a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is inconsistent with our organizational values and professional standards," the company said in the statement.
Company leadership said all personnel have since been reminded of their responsibility to conduct themselves professionally at all times, both on and off the radio.
The department also announced mandatory sensitivity and workplace professionalism training for all personnel.
"We recognize that the language used was offensive, inappropriate and unacceptable," the company said.
"On behalf of all the members of the Horsham Fire Company No. 1, We sincerely apologize to anyone who was offended or impacted by this incident. The actions of one individual do not reflect the values, character, or commitment of the dedicated men and women who serve our community every day."
The company said it remains committed to treating members of the public with dignity, respect, and professionalism.
The crash investigation remains under the direction of Warminster Township Police and the Bucks County Crash Team. Authorities have not publicly identified the victim or released additional details about the fatal crash.
Details about the victim's life were not immediately available. Their loved ones are invited to share information with Daily Voice by emailing [email protected].
The fatal crash came amid a deadly afternoon on Bucks County roadways. Later Tuesday, another fatal wreck in Bensalem shut down Bristol Road after a vehicle overturned and another crashed into a building, leaving one person dead and two others injured, as Daily Voice reported. Click here to read that report.
This is the first of two fatal crashes on County Line Road in two days. Click here to read about the deadly motorcycle crash on Wednesday, June 3.
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