This past Saturday morning, Bay County Emergency Services lost one of our own.

Captain Jared Sasnett was struck from behind while driving to work—less than half a mile from his fire station. His brothers and sisters responded to the scene, doing everything they could for one of their own. Jared was transported by his BCES brothers & sisters to Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Medical Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

For more than 13 years, Jared served Bay County with dedication, humility, and pride. He was a firefighter, a leader, and a brother. Most importantly, he was a husband to Christina and a father to four daughters who now face an unimaginable loss.

This week, we’ve seen the strength of the fire service family—apparatus lined up in honor, crews standing watch, and a county united in grief and respect. That support matters. But his family will need continued support in the days, months, and years ahead.

We’re asking our County Fire Tactics Box Alarm Followers & Family to consider contributing in any way you can to support Captain Sasnett’s wife and daughters.

Please consider taking care of one of our own https://short.fo/help-the-sasnett-family