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'Beloved' retired Mass. cop ID'd after death from large fire destroys home
A 77-year-old man who died after he was pulled from a 'fast-moving' house fire on Washington Avenue in Revere has been identified, Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine's office said.
Richard Serino 'was beloved in our community,' Acting Revere Fire Chief James E. Cullen said in a statement from Davine's office. "He served as a U.S. Marine and a Revere Police officer for many years, and his son is a Revere firefighter. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and many loved ones.'
A passerby called 911 at around 4:39 p.m. on Tuesday after they saw a fire at the multi-family home, the statement read. Revere firefighters arrived and saw heavy smoke near the back end of the house. Firefighters entered the home and were able to find Serino and pull him out of the house.
Serino was taken to CHA Everett Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, Davine's office said.
"Richie Serino was a community staple, who took pride in his home and his family,' Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe Jr. said in a statement. 'He comes from a lineage of Reverians with a rich history in public service, and we are grateful for his, and his family's, contributions to the betterment of our city. We will all miss driving by his legendary holiday decorations, of which he dedicated so much time and care."
The Chelsea, Malden, Massport and Winthrop fire departments helped Revere firefighters in knocking down the flames, which happened in about 20 minutes, the statement read.
The building was significantly damaged, leaving all of its residents displaced.
The investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing.
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