Sheriff’s Office identifies man, David Greene, who died in Knowlesville fire
Dennis Hurd, a neighbor, was injured trying to save Greene
Firefighters on the Shelby ladder truck try to put out the flames at a fire on Thursday night at 12625 Presbyterian St.
Press Release, Orleans County Sheriff’s Office
KNOWLESVILLE – The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the identities of the individuals involved in the fatal house fire that occurred on Thursday, October 22nd, at approximately 8:28 p.m., at 12625 Presbyterian Street in the Town of Ridgeway.
The individual who was found deceased inside the residence has been identified as David L. Greene, age 68, of 12625 Presbyterian St.
A second resident of the home that was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester for treatment of injuries has been identified as Terrance T. Greene, age 25, of 12625 Presbyterian Street.
The neighbor who entered the burning residence in an attempt to rescue those inside has been identified as Dennis J. Hurd, age 67, of 12628 Presbyterian St.
During the rescue attempt, the neighbor sustained injuries after being overcome by heavy fire and smoke and was transported by Mercy Flight to Strong Memorial Hospital for treatment.
As previously reported, the neighbor became aware of the fire and, without hesitation, entered the burning residence in an effort to assist those trapped inside. Despite the dangerous conditions, the individual attempted to reach those inside before being forced to exit the residence.
The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation by the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, Orleans County fire investigators, and the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control.
The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and recognizes the courageous actions of the neighbor who risked personal safety in an attempt to save another person’s life.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available and is appropriate for public disclosure.
Editor’s Note: A GoFundMe has been set up to assist Terrance Greene and his family. Click here for more information.
There is also a GoFundMe for Dennis Hurd, who was badly burned and faces a long hospital stay, according to his family. Click here for more information.
