<html><body><div style="color:#000; background-color:#fff; font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;font-size:12pt"><div style="RIGHT: auto"><SPAN style="RIGHT: auto">This story hits home at Company 7 in more ways than one, especially since Chief Ryan was severely injured in an arson fire in DC last year. When you know someone who's been injured or killed as a result of arson, it really hits home. H<VAR id=yui-ie-cursor></VAR>aving gone through that and having to face the fact that a former member was involved in arson is a lot for anyone to carry; however, I know the members of Company 7 are tough and they'll meet this challenge as they've met others, with professionalism, courage, and strength. <BR style="RIGHT: auto" class=yui-cursor></SPAN></div>
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<DIV>I wanted to advise the community of this situation that occured yesterday. Below is a copy of our press release, from <A href="http://www.riverdalevfd.org/" rel=nofollow target=_blank>www.riverdalevfd.org</A>.</DIV>
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<DIV>Steve Lamphier, President, Riverdale VFD</DIV>
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<TD class=yiv2078813079createdate vAlign=top>Wednesday, 25 January 2012 19:12 </TD></TR>
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<DIV><B>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE </B></DIV>
<DIV>Earlier today, a former volunteer with the department was arrested on charges of First Degree Arson stemming from the ongoing investigation into a number of arson fires in the area. He was arrested by out-of-state law enforcement agencies and awaits extradition back to Prince George’s County to stand trial for his alleged actions. </DIV>
<DIV>The Riverdale Fire Department has continued to cooperate with the PGF/EMSD and other law enforcement agencies during the course of this investigation. The Prince George’s County Fire Investigators were assisted by Special Agents for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the County Police Department in the investigation that led to the arrest. If convicted, this individual may face up to 30 years of potential prison time, fines up to $50,000 or both. </DIV>
<DIV>This arrest should in no way reflect on the dedication that the majority of volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel put forth each and every day protecting life and property. The Riverdale Fire Department and the many other volunteer organizations continue to provide a professional and competent volunteer force answering the majority of fire and EMS calls during nights, weekends and holidays. We continue to reinforce our commitment to the Town of Riverdale Park and the surrounding communities. The department stands steadfast against any such activity. </DIV>
<DIV>While these are the alleged actions of an individual, we as a department sincerely apologize to the community and ask that you not prejudge all volunteers on the basis of these allegations. As in any profession, there are those that do not act responsibly, and they will be called to answer. We appreciate the support we have received during the entire course of the investigation from our fellow volunteers and community, and we stand true to our motto: Always Ready to Serve. </DIV>
<DIV style="COLOR: #cc0000; FONT-WEIGHT: bold">This is the only statement, public or private, that the department will issue on this matter. </DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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<TD class=yiv2078813079createdate vAlign=top>Wednesday, 25 January 2012 19:12 </TD></TR>
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<DIV><B>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE </B></DIV>
<DIV>Earlier today, a former volunteer with the department was arrested on charges of First Degree Arson stemming from the ongoing investigation into a number of arson fires in the area. He was arrested by out-of-state law enforcement agencies and awaits extradition back to Prince George’s County to stand trial for his alleged actions. </DIV>
<DIV>The Riverdale Fire Department has continued to cooperate with the PGF/EMSD and other law enforcement agencies during the course of this investigation. The Prince George’s County Fire Investigators were assisted by Special Agents for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the County Police Department in the investigation that led to the arrest. If convicted, this individual may face up to 30 years of potential prison time, fines up to $50,000 or both. </DIV>
<DIV>This arrest should in no way reflect on the dedication that the majority of volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel put forth each and every day protecting life and property. The Riverdale Fire Department and the many other volunteer organizations continue to provide a professional and competent volunteer force answering the majority of fire and EMS calls during nights, weekends and holidays. We continue to reinforce our commitment to the Town of Riverdale Park and the surrounding communities. The department stands steadfast against any such activity. </DIV>
<DIV>While these are the alleged actions of an individual, we as a department sincerely apologize to the community and ask that you not prejudge all volunteers on the basis of these allegations. As in any profession, there are those that do not act responsibly, and they will be called to answer. We appreciate the support we have received during the entire course of the investigation from our fellow volunteers and community, and we stand true to our motto: Always Ready to Serve. </DIV>
<DIV style="COLOR: #cc0000; FONT-WEIGHT: bold">This is the only statement, public or private, that the department will issue on this matter. </DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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<DIV><B>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE </B></DIV>
<DIV>Earlier today, a former volunteer with the department was arrested on charges of First Degree Arson stemming from the ongoing investigation into a number of arson fires in the area. He was arrested by out-of-state law enforcement agencies and awaits extradition back to Prince George’s County to stand trial for his alleged actions. </DIV>
<DIV>The Riverdale Fire Department has continued to cooperate with the PGF/EMSD and other law enforcement agencies during the course of this investigation. The Prince George’s County Fire Investigators were assisted by Special Agents for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the County Police Department in the investigation that led to the arrest. If convicted, this individual may face up to 30 years of potential prison time, fines up to $50,000 or both. </DIV>
<DIV>This arrest should in no way reflect on the dedication that the majority of volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel put forth each and every day protecting life and property. The Riverdale Fire Department and the many other volunteer organizations continue to provide a professional and competent volunteer force answering the majority of fire and EMS calls during nights, weekends and holidays. We continue to reinforce our commitment to the Town of Riverdale Park and the surrounding communities. The department stands steadfast against any such activity. </DIV>
<DIV>While these are the alleged actions of an individual, we as a department sincerely apologize to the community and ask that you not prejudge all volunteers on the basis of these allegations. As in any profession, there are those that do not act responsibly, and they will be called to answer. We appreciate the support we have received during the entire course of the investigation from our fellow volunteers and community, and we stand true to our motto: Always Ready to Serve. </DIV>
<DIV style="COLOR: #cc0000; FONT-WEIGHT: bold">This is the only statement, public or private, that the department will issue on this matter. </DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman"><B>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE </B></FONT></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman">Earlier today, a former volunteer with the department was arrested on charges of First Degree Arson stemming from the ongoing investigation into a number of arson fires in the area. He was arrested by out-of-state law enforcement agencies and awaits extradition back to Prince George ’s County to stand trial for his alleged actions. </FONT></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman">The Riverdale Fire Department has continued to cooperate with the PGF/EMSD and other law enforcement agencies during the course of this investigation. The Prince George ’s County Fire Investigators were assisted by Special Agents for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the County Police Department in the investigation that led to the arrest. If convicted, this individual may face up to 30 years of potential prison tim e, fines up to $50,000 or both. </FONT></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman"></FONT></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman">This arrest should in no way reflect on the dedication that the majority of volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel put forth each and every day protecting life and property. The Riverdale Fire Department and the many other volunteer organizations continue to provide a professional and competent volunteer force answering the majority of fire and EMS calls during nights, weekends and holidays. We continue to reinforce our commitment to the Town of Riverdale Park and the surrounding communities. The department stands steadfast against any such activity. </FONT></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman"></FONT></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=3><FONT face="Times New Roman">While these are the alleged actions of an individual, we as a department sincerely apologize to the community and ask that you not prejudge all volunteers on the basis of these allegations. As in any profession, there are those that do not act responsibly, and they will be called to answer. We appreciate the support we have received during the entire course of the investigation from our fellow volunteers and community, and we stand true to our motto: Always Ready to Serve. </FONT></FONT></DIV>
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