Name: Captain Vernon Collett
EOW: Mar. 8, 2025
Rank: Captain
Age: 60
Department: Johnson County Fire Protection District
State: Missouri
Activity Level: Incident Command
Incident Details:
Captain Vernon Collett collapsed while fighting a natural cover fire. Despite nearly an hour of lifesaving efforts, Captain Collett was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Cause of Death: Stress/Overexertion
Nature of Death: Cardiovascular Event/Heart Attack
Duty Type: On-Scene Fire
Incident Date: Mar. 8, 2025 1:45 PM
Fixed Property Use: Outdoor Property