Volunteer Firefighter-In-Training From Langhorne Dies In Crash


A Pennsylvania State Police patrol SUV with emergency lights activated. File photo.

A Langhorne man died Saturday afternoon after his pickup truck went off the road and struck several trees in rural Sullivan County.

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Michael W. Hanley, 54, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which occurred around 3:55 p.m. on state Route 87 in Colley Township, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.

State police said Hanley was negotiating a curve north of Holly Hill Road in his 2025 GMC Sierra when the crash took place.

Crews arriving on the scene confirmed the driver was deceased.

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Hanley had recently joined the local fire company, which released a statement mourning his death.

The Dushore Fire-Rescue announced with “deep sadness” the passing of Hanley.

The fire and ambulance organization noted that Hanley had recently retired and joined as a probationary member.

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“He was excited to begin this new chapter of service to the community and had attended several training events,” the department stated.

Hanley was preparing to become an apparatus operator and had registered for upcoming pump and driver training courses.

“Though his time with the Fire Company was brief, Michael’s enthusiasm, dedication, and eagerness to serve left a lasting impression on all who met him,” the statement continued. “His loss is felt deeply by his fellow members and by the entire community.”

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Dushore Fire-Rescue extended its “heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.”


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