NJ Chief Dies after Completing Shift

Dec. 13, 2021

Battalion Chief John Ruddy died Dec. 8 after completing a 24-hour shift with the Jersey City Fire Department.

A battalion chief with the Jersey City Fire Department has died following his 24-hour shift on Dec. 8, 2021.

Ruddy was at home after completing his shift when he suffered a medical emergency, according to a Facebook post by the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey.

He was rushed to a local hospital for emergency care where he passed away.

According to a release from the U.S. Fire Administration, Ruddy suffered a heart attack after a shift that included two cooking-related fires, and a gas leak.

Ruddy started his career with Jersey City in 1994.

He leaves behind a wife and daughter.