A volunteer fire police officer who was struck dead in the line of duty has been identified by the York County Coroner's office on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Brian Peek, 67, of Wilson Court, in Goldsboro, Newberry Township died after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Red Mill and Corn Hill roads in Newberry Township at 2:20 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, according to the coroner's release.
A coroner had been called to the intersection at 2:45 p.m. on Friday, as Daily Voice initially reported.
"The fire police officer was directing traffic at the intersection following a separate vehicle crash in the area," the police noted adding "Due to the circumstances of this incident, Newberry Township Police requested the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) be the lead agency for this investigation. Newberry Township Police are assisting the PSP as needed."
Deputy Coroner Michelle Rau responded to the scene to investigate and certify the death, which was pronounced at the scene at 2:27 p.m. on Friday. An autopsy was scheduled for Monday, Aug. 19, and the following day his cause of death was revealed to be "Blunt Force Injuries" and the manner was ruled accidental, as stated in an updated release by the coroner's office.
Brian's community has been sharing about its sudden loss on social media.
RIP Brian Peek. I only met you once in person, but you were my Facebook friend for a long time.
Posted by Brenda McKenzie on Saturday, August 17, 2024
RIP Brian Peek. Thank you for your service. Prayers to your family. I’ll miss talking to you. Love ya
Posted by April N Tim Hutcherson on Saturday, August 17, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and members of the Goldsboro Fire Company. Rest Easy Brian and we all know Wendy was patiently waiting for you with open arms.
Posted by Jaci Manchor on Saturday, August 17, 2024
He attended Red Land High School according to his Facebook profile.
Brian's wife Wendy passed away in 2023 and his Facebook posts reflect how deeply he loved and missed her.
Posted by Brian Peek on Friday, August 9, 2024
His very last post on the day he died reads "Love never ends if the person is real."
Posted by Brian Peek on Thursday, August 15, 2024
He is survived by his son, grandchildren, and extended family, according to social media. Funeral details had not been released at the time of publishing.
"Baps motor speedway to raise and collect donations for the family of the fallen fire police officer from Goldsboro," the township fire department announced.
Newberry Township Fire Department and crew are at Baps motor speedway to raise and collect donations for the family of the fallen fire police officer from Goldsboro.
Posted by Newberry Township Police Department on Saturday, August 17, 2024
You can also make a donation by calling the fire police captain at 717-648-2360.
Additional details about Peek's life were not available at the time of publishing. His family is invited to contact Daily Voice with funeral details, a statement, and/or photos by emailing jpikora@dailyvoice.com.
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